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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, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Houston
- NCT07500298RecruitingPhase 1
New drug plus standard chemo for spread colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new drug called SAR445877 combined with two standard chemotherapies (FOLFOX and bevacizumab) as an initial treatment for people whose colorectal cancer has spread and is microsatellite stable (MSS). It aims to see if adding this drug works better than standard therapy alone.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04216524RecruitingPhase 2
Venetoclax plus chemotherapy for blastic dendritic cell cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests venetoclax combined with chemotherapy to treat blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm (BPDCN). It may help shrink BPDCN and control the disease, whether you’re newly diagnosed or the cancer has come back.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06308588RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Blinatumomab and asciminib for Ph+ ALL
This trial tests a combination of two targeted drugs (blinatumomab and asciminib) for people with a specific type of leukemia (Ph+ ALL). The goal is to see if the combination works better than either drug alone in controlling the leukemia.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04302025RecruitingPhase 2
Testing targeted and immunotherapy before lung cancer surgery
This trial studies whether giving different cancer medicines before (and sometimes after) surgery improves outcomes for people with early-stage, operable lung cancer that has certain tumor markers. It may help by trying to shrink or control the cancer early and lower the chance it comes back.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07365995RecruitingPhase 3
New drug for advanced prostate cancer vs. standard chemo
This trial tests a new drug called BNT324 against the standard chemotherapy docetaxel for men with advanced prostate cancer that has stopped responding to hormone therapy. It aims to see if the new treatment can help control the cancer better.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04947254RecruitingPhase 2
Add niraparib to hormone therapy after prostate radiation
This Phase 2 trial tests whether adding niraparib to standard hormone therapy (androgen ablation) after radiation works better for men with high-risk, localized or locally advanced prostate cancer. It may help control the cancer for longer, while also collecting extra tissue and blood to study why the treatment works or doesn’t.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05253651RecruitingPhase 3
Tucatinib plus trastuzumab with chemo for HER2+ metastatic colon cancer
This trial tests whether adding tucatinib and trastuzumab to standard chemotherapy works better than standard treatment alone for people with HER2-positive metastatic colon or rectal cancer. It aims to improve how long people live and how well tumors respond as first treatment for advanced disease.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07416552RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CEA-PRIT 2.0 for advanced colorectal cancer
This trial tests an experimental drug called CEA-PRIT 2.0 in people whose colorectal cancer has spread and is no longer responding to standard treatments. The goal is to see if it can help shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07462377RecruitingPhase 1
Testing EPI-326 for EGFR-mutant lung and head & neck cancers
This trial tests a new drug, EPI-326, in people with advanced lung or head & neck cancers that have certain EGFR changes. The goal is to see if it is safe and may help shrink the cancer.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06312124Recruiting
Fallopian tube removal to prevent ovarian cancer
This study looks at removing fallopian tubes during other planned surgeries to help prevent ovarian cancer. You may be able to join if you are at least 45 years old, are female or assigned female at birth, and are having non-gynecologic surgery (like gallbladder or hernia repair).
Houston, TexasAges 45 years+ - NCT04491292Recruiting
COVID-19 impact survey for MD Anderson workers
This study asks MD Anderson employees about how the COVID-19 pandemic affected their mental and emotional well-being. Your answers may help the team understand workplace needs during and after major public health events.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04134780Recruiting
Ultrasound tests to spot early breast cancer treatment response
This study uses special ultrasound imaging (and may use MRI results) to look for early signs of how locally advanced breast cancer responds to chemotherapy, with or without radiation. If the imaging changes early, it could help doctors adjust treatment sooner.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06409052Recruiting
Endometrial cancer risk and prevention: patient views
This study talks to women about their experience with endometrial cancer or related conditions to understand what might increase risk and how to prevent it. It includes women with and without a diagnosis so researchers can compare perspectives.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04812366RecruitingPhase 2
Genetic test-guided treatment before prostate surgery
This trial tests different drugs before prostate surgery based on a person's genetic profile. It aims to find better treatments for high-risk prostate cancer that hasn't spread yet.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04216732Recruiting
Study of medullary thyroid cancer progression in a registry
This study follows people with medullary thyroid cancer to better understand how the disease changes over time, including in advanced stages. You may help improve future treatment planning and care for people with medullary thyroid cancer.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04157127RecruitingPhase 1
Pancreatic cancer vaccine with chemotherapy before/around surgery
This early-stage trial tests a personalized immune “vaccine” made from dendritic cells, given alongside standard chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer that may be removable by surgery (resectable or borderline resectable). If it works, it may help your immune system better recognize and attack the cancer around the time of treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06417710Recruiting
Standardized check-up for leptomeningeal metastasis
This study watches and writes down how patients with cancer that has spread to the brain or spinal cord lining (leptomeningeal metastases) are doing. It helps doctors learn more about this condition without giving any new treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06420206Recruiting
Goals of care discussion in the ER for advanced cancer
This study is for people with advanced lung or GI cancer who come to the emergency room at MD Anderson. It’s testing a conversation to help you and your doctor discuss your goals and wishes for care.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06414902RecruitingPhase 1
PET scan to see if chemoradiation is working for esophageal cancer
This trial uses a special PET/CT scan to see how well your esophageal cancer responds to chemotherapy and radiation. It helps doctors find out if the treatment is working early on.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04166409RecruitingPhase 3
Selumetinib versus chemo for low-grade brain tumor in children
This trial studies whether the targeted drug selumetinib works better than standard chemotherapy (carboplatin and vincristine) for children and young adults with a specific type of low-grade glioma (grade 1 or 2). It may help shrink tumors and slow growth while comparing side effects between the two treatment approaches.
Houston, TexasAges 2–21 - NCT04181060RecruitingPhase 3
Osimertinib alone or with bevacizumab for EGFR-mutant lung cancer
This Phase 3 trial tests whether starting osimertinib with or without bevacizumab helps people with advanced EGFR-mutant lung cancer live longer and control the cancer better. Your EGFR mutation test result and past treatments are key to whether you can join.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06161025RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Raludotatug Deruxtecan for resistant ovarian cancer
This study tests a new drug called Raludotatug Deruxtecan (R-DXd) for people with ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer that has stopped responding to platinum-based chemotherapy. The goal is to see if R-DXd can shrink tumors or slow cancer growth.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07705334RecruitingPhase 1
Study of SHY-ONC6 for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called SHY-ONC6 that targets and breaks down cancer cells. It's for people with advanced solid tumors that haven't responded to standard treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04970056Recruiting
Pancreatic cancer risk and early-detection registry study
This study builds a database of people at higher risk for pancreatic cancer (or certain early warning findings) to help find better ways to detect the disease early. You may be asked to complete health questionnaires and possibly donate a blood/saliva/swab sample.
Houston, TexasAges 18–90
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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 · 18 studies
- Baylor College of Medicine · 2 studies
- Houston Methodist Hospital · 2 studies
- Baylor College of Medicine Medical Center - McNair Campus
- Baylor St. Lukes Medical Center
- Dan L. Duncan Cancer Center at Baylor College of Medicine
- Houston Area Locations- League City
- Houston Area Locations- Sugar Land
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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