Clinical trials · Texas
Brain Tumor clinical trials in Texas
We’re tracking 29 recruiting brain tumor studies with a site in Texas — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2 and Phase 2 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Texas
- NCT04075305Recruiting
Study measuring radiation treatment outcomes with an MR-Linac
This study follows what happens when radiation treatment is guided using an MR-Linac (a special machine that combines MRI imaging with radiation). It may help improve how radiation therapy is planned and assessed, especially for people who can safely have MRI scans.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04427384Recruiting
Brain tumor patients treated with GammaTiles registry
This study is a patient registry for people with brain tumors who had surgery to remove as much as safely possible and then had GammaTiles placed. It mainly collects information and follow-up imaging to understand how patients do after the treatment.
Dallas, TexasAges Any age - NCT05340881Recruiting
Light exposure program for young survivors of childhood brain tumors
This trial studies whether a structured light-exposure routine can improve symptoms like fatigue and how survivors feel day to day. It is aimed at children and teens who have recovered from a non–high-risk type of brain tumor and have mild to moderate fatigue.
Houston, TexasAges 10–18 - NCT03911388RecruitingPhase 1
HSV G207 for Children with Recurrent Cerebellar Brain Tumors
This trial is testing a virus called HSV G207, which is injected directly into the tumor, to treat children and young adults with a type of brain tumor in the cerebellum that has come back or not responded to standard treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 3–22 - NCT06136884RecruitingPhase 1
Study of AO-252 for advanced solid tumors with or without brain metastases
This trial tests an experimental oral pill (AO-252) that targets a protein called TACC3 in advanced solid tumors, including those that have spread to the brain. It is for people whose cancer has a specific genetic change (TP53 mutation) or who have prostate cancer, and who have already tried other treatments.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05064280RecruitingPhase 2
Pembrolizumab plus lenvatinib for brain metastases from solid tumors
This Phase 2 trial studies whether combining pembrolizumab with lenvatinib can shrink or control brain metastases in people with triple-negative breast cancer, lung cancer, or other solid tumors. It focuses on patients who have measurable brain lesions that can be followed on MRI.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT01668082Recruiting
Study brain tumor metabolism during planned brain surgery
This study looks at how brain tumors use energy (“metabolism”) during planned surgical removal. It may help researchers learn what makes tumors grow and how to improve future brain tumor treatments.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT02754544Recruiting
Brain mapping during tumor surgery while you are awake
This study uses special recording sensors during brain tumor surgery to map the brain areas that control movement and speech. It may help the surgical team protect these key functions while removing the tumor.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05673928RecruitingPhase 2
Tucatinib and T-DM1 for HER2-positive brain-metastasis tumors
This Phase 2 study tests tucatinib plus T-DM1 (ado-trastuzumab emtansine) in people with HER2-positive metastatic solid tumors that have spread to the brain. It aims to shrink brain and body tumors and help control cancer that is progressing in the brain.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03067467Recruiting
MRI scan study of brain tumors using special carbon imaging
This trial uses a special MRI scan that shows how “metabolism” (how cells use fuel) differs in brain tumors. It may help researchers better understand tumor biology and how tumors may respond to treatment, without using chemotherapy or radiation as part of the study.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–70 - NCT07186556Recruiting
Exercise program for fatigue in young brain tumor survivors
This study tests whether a home-based exercise program (done through video calls) can help reduce fatigue in young adult brain tumor survivors. If you’re 18–39 and struggle with tiredness after treatment, this program may help you feel better.
Houston, TexasAges 18–39 - NCT03830151RecruitingPhase 1
C-13 pyruvate MRI to help diagnose brain gliomas
This early-phase study tests a special MRI scan using C-13 pyruvate to help identify and understand gliomas (a type of brain tumor) in people with brain tumors going to surgery or biopsy. It may help doctors see tumor signals better before or around the time of your procedure.
Houston, TexasAges 19 years+ - NCT05342454Recruiting
Brain tumor surgery patients using brain scan and mapping software
This study checks a new computer software tool that helps doctors map important brain networks and how blood flow responds during brain scans. It may help improve planning and safety for people having brain tumor surgery.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06253871RecruitingPhase 1
Study of IAM1363 for HER2 Cancers
This trial tests a new oral drug called IAM1363 for people with HER2-altered cancers that have stopped responding to previous treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and how well it works against these cancers.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06810544RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of TNG456 for tumors with MTAP loss
This trial tests a new drug called TNG456, alone or with another drug (abemaciclib), for people whose tumors have lost the MTAP gene. It aims to see if the combination can shrink tumors or slow their growth.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06799481Recruiting
Home-based exercise to help brain tumor survivors with thinking and memory
This study tests whether a virtual home-based exercise program can improve thinking and memory problems caused by brain tumor treatment in teens and young adults. It also looks at how exercise affects gut health.
Houston, TexasAges 15–39 - NCT06161974RecruitingPhase 2
Olutasidenib and temozolomide for IDH1-mutant high-grade glioma
This trial tests a combination of two oral medications, olutasidenib and temozolomide, for people with a specific type of aggressive brain tumor (high-grade glioma) that has an IDH1 mutation. The goal is to see if this combination can help control the tumor after standard treatment like radiation.
Houston, TexasAges 12–39 - NCT04684368RecruitingPhase 2
New treatment study for children and young adults with NGGCT brain tumors
This Phase 2 study tests a new treatment approach for certain brain tumors called NGGCT in children and young adults. It may help improve outcomes by targeting tumors in specific brain locations and using tumor marker tests to guide care.
Houston, TexasAges 3–29 - NCT06465199RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Eflornithine and AMXT 1501 for Advanced Childhood Cancers
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (eflornithine and AMXT 1501) for children and young adults with certain types of cancer that have relapsed or not responded to standard treatment, or for a specific brain tumor (DIPG) at diagnosis. The goal is to see if this drug pair is safe and effective.
Dallas, TexasAges Up to 26 years - NCT04099797RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T therapy for certain GD2 brain tumors
This Phase 1 study tests CAR T cells designed to target a marker called GD2 on brain tumors. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and whether it can shrink or control these tumors in children and young adults.
Houston, TexasAges 1–25 - NCT04479696Recruiting
Video coaching to ease anxiety during brain tumor radiation
This study tests a personalized video meant to reduce stress and anxiety for people getting radiation for brain tumors, and for their caregivers. You and your caregiver would complete short questionnaires before and after using the video support.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05989893Recruiting
Mapping human thinking during brain surgery
This study maps how thinking works in people with epilepsy or brain lesions near important brain areas. It involves testing during brain surgery procedures to help researchers understand healthy brain function.
Houston, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT05839379Recruiting
Targeted therapy study for children and young adults with brain tumors
This trial studies a targeted medicine approach for high-grade glioma (a fast-growing brain tumor) and some diffuse midline tumors, including DIPG. It may help by matching treatment to tumor biology using tumor testing done before or around starting standard therapy.
Houston, TexasAges 1–39 - NCT05843253RecruitingPhase 2
Ribociclib plus everolimus or temozolomide for certain brain tumors
This Phase 2 study tests ribociclib with either everolimus or temozolomide, depending on the specific brain tumor type. It may help slow tumor growth in children and young adults whose tumor has specific genetic changes and who have had recent standard radiation therapy.
Houston, TexasAges 1–39
Brain Tumor trials by city in Texas
Where these studies are running in Texas
Institutions with a site for the recruiting brain tumor studies listed above.
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · 14 studies
- Texas Children's Hospital · 5 studies
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center · 3 studies
- Baylor College of Medicine · 2 studies
- Mary Crowley Cancer Research · 2 studies
- University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio · 2 studies
- Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital
- Children's Hospital of San Antonio
What taking part in a brain tumor study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Brain Tumor trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there brain tumor clinical trials in Texas?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 29 recruiting brain tumor studies with a site in Texas, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a brain tumor study in Texas?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Texas to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Texas, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a brain tumor trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New brain tumor studies open in Texas regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.