Clinical trials · Austin, TX
Cancer clinical trials in Austin
We’re tracking 156 recruiting cancer studies with a site in or near Austin — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Austin
- NCT06525220RecruitingPhase 3
New drug combo vs. standard for head and neck cancer
This trial tests a new combination of two immunotherapy drugs (petosemtamab plus pembrolizumab) compared to pembrolizumab alone for people with head and neck cancer that has spread or come back and cannot be cured locally. It may be an option if your cancer has a certain protein (PD-L1) and you haven't had prior cancer treatment for this stage.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06646276RecruitingPhase 3
New drug combo vs standard care for first-line extensive-stage small cell lung cancer
This trial tests a new combination of drugs (BMS-986489 with chemotherapy) against the current standard treatment (atezolizumab with chemotherapy) for people who have just been diagnosed with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer. It aims to see which approach works better and is safer.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06926868RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of a new drug versus chemotherapy for advanced triple-negative breast cancer
This trial tests a new investigational drug called izalontamab brengitecan against standard chemotherapy for people with advanced triple-negative breast cancer who cannot receive immunotherapy. The goal is to see if the new drug works better at shrinking or slowing the cancer.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05929768RecruitingPhase 3
Shorter chemo plus immunotherapy without anthracyclines for early TNBC
This Phase 3 trial tests whether a shorter course of chemotherapy plus immunotherapy can work as well as standard treatment for early-stage triple-negative breast cancer. It avoids anthracycline drugs and may help reduce exposure to those medicines if the shorter plan is effective and safe.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06172296RecruitingPhase 3
Dinutuximab plus transplant for high-risk neuroblastoma
This trial tests adding a targeted drug called dinutuximab to standard chemotherapy, surgery, and a stem cell transplant for children and young adults with a new diagnosis of high-risk neuroblastoma. The goal is to see if this combination helps more patients stay in remission.
Austin, TexasAges Up to 30 years - NCT06800313RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A study of HLD-0915 for metastatic prostate cancer
This trial tests a new drug called HLD-0915 in men with prostate cancer that has spread. It aims to see how well the drug works and if it's safe.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07558733RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
New drug combinations for advanced hormone-receptor positive breast cancer
This trial tests two new drugs (sapanisertib and serabelisib) alone or together to treat advanced breast cancer that is hormone-receptor positive. These drugs target specific pathways that help cancer grow, and the trial will see if they work better than standard treatments.
Austin, 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.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04267848RecruitingPhase 3
Testing immunotherapy with chemo after lung cancer surgery
This trial tests whether adding an immunotherapy medicine to standard chemotherapy after surgery can improve outcomes for some people with non-small cell lung cancer. It may help by boosting the immune system to reduce the chance the cancer comes back.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07225946RecruitingPhase 3
Study of pasritamig with docetaxel for advanced prostate cancer
This trial tests a new drug called pasritamig combined with the chemotherapy docetaxel, compared to docetaxel alone, in men with prostate cancer that has spread and is no longer responding to hormone therapy.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07154706RecruitingPhase 3
Taletrectinib vs placebo after surgery for ROS1-positive lung cancer
This trial tests whether taletrectinib (a targeted pill) can help prevent lung cancer from coming back after surgery in people whose tumors have a ROS1 gene change. You would take either taletrectinib or a placebo (inactive pill) for about a year after surgery.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06317662RecruitingPhase 2
Adding venetoclax and blinatumomab to chemo for infant leukemia
This trial tests adding two newer medicines (venetoclax and blinatumomab) to standard chemotherapy for infants with a specific type of leukemia. The goal is to see if this combination helps more babies stay cancer-free.
Austin, TexasAges Up to 12 months - NCT06982521RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing two drug combinations for advanced breast cancer
This trial tests two different combinations of medicines for people with a certain type of advanced breast cancer (HR-positive, HER2-negative) that has a specific gene change called PIK3CA. The goal is to see which combination is better at slowing down the cancer.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05232916RecruitingPhase 3
Vaccine for HER2-positive breast cancer after standard treatment
This trial tests a vaccine (GLSI-100) that may help prevent the return of HER2-positive breast cancer. It is given to patients who still had cancer cells after initial treatment with trastuzumab, or who had stage III disease and achieved a complete response.
Austin, TexasAges 18–100 - NCT06906562RecruitingPhase 2
Pemigatinib for advanced pancreatic cancer with FGFR changes
This trial tests a targeted pill, pemigatinib, for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has a specific FGFR gene change. The study is done entirely through telemedicine, so you can participate from home if eligible.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06545955RecruitingPhase 3
Gene therapy study for high-grade bladder cancer not responding to BCG
This trial tests a gene therapy called nadofaragene firadenovec, given directly into the bladder, either alone or with chemo or immunotherapy. It's for people with high-grade bladder cancer that hasn't gone away after BCG treatment.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06999187RecruitingPhase 1
Study of DR-0202 for advanced solid tumors after multiple treatments
This trial tests a new drug, DR-0202, for people with certain advanced cancers that have not responded to at least two prior treatments. It may be an option if standard treatments are no longer working.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07002034RecruitingPhase 2
RE104 for adjustment disorder related to cancer or other serious illnesses
This trial is testing a new medication (RE104) for people who have adjustment disorder with depressed mood or anxiety because of a serious medical condition like cancer, ALS, MS, Parkinson's, or lung fibrosis. It's a study to see if the drug is safe and reduces symptoms.
Austin, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT06586957RecruitingPhase 1
Study of NKT3964 for advanced solid tumors
This trial is testing an experimental oral drug called NKT3964 for people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. The drug works by blocking a protein called CDK2, which some cancers need to grow.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07227415RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of a new drug for advanced kidney cancer
This trial tests a new drug, PF-08634404, alone or with other cancer treatments, for adults with advanced kidney cancer that has not been treated before. It aims to see if the drug can help shrink tumors or stop them from growing.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05176483RecruitingPhase 1
New drug combinations for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called zanzalintinib, which may slow or shrink various types of advanced cancer. It is given together with other cancer treatments, and the study is looking at many different cancers including kidney, prostate, bladder, lung, liver, and more.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07046585Recruiting
Blood test for colon cancer screening
This trial tests a new blood test to screen for colorectal cancer in people at average risk. You would give a blood sample before your scheduled colonoscopy, and the results will be compared to the colonoscopy findings.
Austin, TexasAges 40 years+ - NCT06567743RecruitingPhase 2
Study of a new virus therapy for high-risk bladder cancer
This trial tests a new virus-based medicine, cretostimogene grenadenorepvec, given directly into the bladder for people with high-risk non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer. It may help prevent the cancer from coming back, especially for those who have not had BCG treatment or whose cancer did not respond to BCG.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06532006RecruitingPhase 3
HLX22 plus trastuzumab and chemo for HER2+ stomach cancer
This trial tests adding a new drug, HLX22, to the standard combination of trastuzumab and chemotherapy for people with HER2-positive stomach or gastroesophageal junction cancer that hasn't been treated yet. The goal is to see if this three-drug mix works better than the usual two-drug approach.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Austin
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- Texas Oncology - Central / South Texas · 8 studies
- NEXT Oncology · 3 studies
- Dell Children's Medical Center · 2 studies
- Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas · 2 studies
- Urology Austin · 2 studies
- Clinical Site
- Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin
- Dren Investigational Site
What taking part in a cancer 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.
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Common questions
- Are there cancer clinical trials near Austin?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 156 recruiting cancer studies with a site near Austin, 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 cancer study near Austin?
- 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 Austin to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Austin, 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 cancer 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.
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