Clinical trials · Houston, TX
Cancer clinical trials in Houston
We’re tracking 1,188 recruiting cancer studies with a site in or near Houston — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 2/Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Houston
- NCT03526835RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A study of a new drug for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called petosemtamab (MCLA-158) for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments. The drug is designed to target and kill cancer cells. You may be able to participate if you meet the health and cancer history requirements.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04783168Recruiting
Using a step-tracking device to improve recovery after lung surgery
This study tests whether tracking daily steps with a wearable and app can help people recover better after lung surgery (especially a lobectomy). You may be asked to wear a device and follow a recovery plan while your activity is monitored.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT00493688Recruiting
Tracking energy changes during surgery in esophageal or lung cancer
This study looks at how your body uses energy during surgery and whether those patterns relate to how well you do after surgery. It may help doctors better predict outcomes for people with newly diagnosed esophageal or lung cancer who are preparing for treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06311214RecruitingPhase 2
Personalized ADC therapy for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests personalized antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for advanced solid tumors. It looks for specific proteins on your tumor cells to match you with a treatment that targets them directly.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07488676RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of ASP546C for stomach, pancreas, and other cancers
This trial tests a new drug called ASP546C in people with certain advanced cancers that have a specific marker (CLDN18.2). It aims to see if the drug can shrink or slow tumor growth.
Houston, 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.
Houston, TexasAges Up to 12 months - NCT07406633RecruitingPhase 2
KQB198 plus imatinib for advanced GIST
This trial tests a new drug called KQB198 combined with imatinib for people with advanced or metastatic gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) that has a specific KIT or PDGFRA mutation. The goal is to see if this combination works better than imatinib alone as a first treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06124157RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted therapy plus chemo for children with Ph+ or Ph-like B-ALL
This trial tests if adding a targeted drug (dasatinib or imatinib) to a chemotherapy combination with blinatumomab works better for children and young adults with a specific genetic form of B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The goal is to see if this approach can improve treatment outcomes for patients with Philadelphia chromosome-positive or ABL-class Ph-like B-ALL.
Houston, TexasAges 1 year–46 years - NCT06919874Recruiting
Yoga app for lung or esophageal cancer patients and their caregivers
This trial tests a mobile app that guides patients with lung or esophageal cancer and their family caregivers through yoga exercises. It aims to improve well-being during radiation treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05061550RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted immune-plus-chemo treatment before and after lung surgery
This trial studies whether adding immune treatment and chemotherapy around the time of lung tumor removal improves outcomes for people with operable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). You may qualify if your cancer can be surgically removed and your tumor tests meet required biomarker rules.
Houston, TexasAges 18–95 - NCT06203600RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Nivolumab plus standard treatment for advanced stomach or esophageal cancer
This trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug nivolumab to standard treatment works better for advanced stomach or esophageal cancer. It is for people whose cancer has already progressed after a first round of chemo plus immunotherapy.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07659795RecruitingPhase 2
Study of VS-7375 for KRAS G12D colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new targeted pill, VS-7375, for people with a specific type of advanced colorectal cancer called KRAS G12D. It's for those who either haven't had treatment yet or whose cancer has worsened after prior therapy.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT00488878Recruiting
Collecting information for certain low-grade ovarian or peritoneal tumors
This study collects health information from people whose ovarian or peritoneal cancer started as a low-grade type but later changed to a higher-grade cancer. It may help researchers better understand how these tumors progress and what to expect over time.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT06919471Recruiting
Testing a simpler food tracking app for weight loss
This study compares a new, shorter food-tracking app to standard full-intake tracking. It aims to see if the simpler app is easier to use and helps people stick with tracking.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07382544RecruitingPhase 1
Study of BMS-986504 with olaparib for MTAP-loss cancers
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (BMS-986504 and olaparib) for people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific genetic change called MTAP loss. It aims to see if this combination can help when standard treatments have stopped working or aren't available.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07382583Recruiting
Study of a decision tool for endometrial cancer prevention
This study is developing a tool to help women decide if using a hormone-releasing intrauterine device (IUD) is right for them to lower their risk of endometrial cancer. Researchers are interviewing women at different risk levels and healthcare providers to make the tool useful and easy to understand.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06287229RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR T therapy for B-cell ALL after initial treatment
This trial tests whether a special immune cell therapy (brexucabtagene autoleucel, or CAR T therapy) can help people with B-cell acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) after reducing the number of leukemia cells with a chemo-immunotherapy combination. It is for patients whose cancer has returned or is hard to treat, or for those newly diagnosed with a high-risk form of ALL.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06204315RecruitingPhase 2
Spine radiosurgery for spinal cord compression
This trial tests a precise radiation technique for people whose spinal tumors are very close to the spinal cord or nerves. It aims to safely give higher radiation doses while limiting damage to the cord.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06217822RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new radiation therapy for advanced prostate cancer
This trial tests a new radioactive drug, 225Ac-PSMA-Trillium, that targets prostate cancer cells. It is for people whose advanced prostate cancer has stopped responding to hormone therapy and may have spread.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06293898RecruitingPhase 1
Study of BL-M07D1 for HER2-positive solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug, BL-M07D1, for people with advanced solid tumors that have a protein called HER2. It is for patients who have already tried at least two other standard treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03048266Recruiting
Testing genes and blood chemistry in MEN1 pancreatic tumors
This study looks at blood chemistry (metabolomics) and genetic information in people who have MEN1, especially if they are being evaluated for pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors. It may help doctors better diagnose these tumors by finding patterns in test results.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT04913311Recruiting
Testing markers to predict lung inflammation after lung cancer treatment
This study looks for early “predictive markers” to tell who is most likely to develop lung inflammation after standard treatment for non-small cell lung cancer. It may help clinicians spot problems sooner and tailor care, using additional monitoring during treatment.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT04892953RecruitingPhase 2
Durvalumab plus focused radiation for progressing stage III lung cancer
This trial studies adding focused radiation to some cancer spots in people with stage III non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose cancer did not fully stop after standard chemoradiation and durvalumab. The goal is to control a small number of growing spots (or more than a few) and improve outcomes after durvalumab.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07415018Recruiting
Better MRI contrast for detecting cancer spread to brain lining
This study is testing different ways to give MRI contrast dye to better see if cancer has spread to the lining of the brain (leptomeningeal disease). It's for people with solid tumors who have had unclear results on standard scans or who are at high risk but have negative tests.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Houston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · 16 studies
- Baylor College of Medicine · 3 studies
- Oncology Consultants · 2 studies
- Ben Taub General Hospital
- Next Oncology - Houston
- Research Site
- The Harris Health System (LBJ)
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center - Texas Medical Center
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 Houston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 1,188 recruiting cancer studies with a site near Houston, 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 Houston?
- 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 Houston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Houston, 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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