Clinical trials · Houston, TX
Cancer clinical trials in Houston
We’re tracking 1,184 recruiting cancer studies with a site in or near Houston — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Houston
- NCT03941756Recruiting
Lymph bypass before underarm node surgery to prevent swelling
This study looks at whether adding a lymph “bypass” procedure before underarm lymph node surgery can lower the chance of arm or chest swelling (lymphedema) after cancer treatment. It compares people having lymph node surgery for breast cancer with plans for radiation, and a melanoma comparison group.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06683755RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A study of three immunotherapy drugs for advanced melanoma
This study tests a combination of three drugs (relatlimab, ipilimumab, and nivolumab) as a first treatment for advanced melanoma that cannot be removed by surgery. All participants will receive the drug combination, and the study will look at safety and how well it works.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06040541RecruitingPhase 1
Study of RMC-9805 for KRAS G12D solid tumors
This trial tests an experimental pill (RMC-9805) for people with solid tumors that have a specific KRAS G12D mutation. It's for those who have already tried other treatments and need new options.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT00539162Recruiting
CA-125 and other tests to check for early ovarian cancer risk
This study looks at how well a blood test called CA-125, along with other markers and checkups, can detect ovarian cancer early. It’s for women considered low risk who will do regular blood tests and possibly a vaginal ultrasound if results suggest it.
Houston, TexasAges 50–74 - NCT00501826RecruitingPhase 2
Check nelarabine plus chemotherapy for T-cell blood cancers
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy with nelarabine in people with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) or T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma. It may help by improving remission in newly diagnosed or certain previously treated patients whose disease did not respond after one initial treatment.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT00801489RecruitingPhase 2
New treatment for AML or high-risk MDS using combination chemo
This trial tests a combination treatment (chemo drugs plus a growth-factor medicine) for people newly diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or certain high-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). It may help by targeting cancer cells in the blood and bone marrow and improving remission chances.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07038343RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new drug for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called AVZO-1418, either alone or with other treatments, for people with advanced solid tumors that have spread or cannot be removed. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and effective against certain types of cancer.
Houston, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT07276529Recruiting
Magnet procedure safety trial for colon surgery patients
This trial tests a new magnet device to connect sections of the colon after surgery. It may be an option for people who need part of their colon removed and are otherwise in good health.
Houston, TexasAges 22 years+ - NCT07513116Recruiting
Intermittent fasting for people at high risk of pancreatic cancer
This study tests whether following an intermittent fasting schedule (eating only during certain hours) can help people at high risk for pancreatic cancer. The trial uses an app to track eating patterns and fasting times, aiming to see if this approach may reduce cancer risk.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT01120353Recruiting
Childhood cancer survivors study to understand long-term health
This study follows people who survived certain childhood cancers to learn what long-term health effects may happen after treatment. It also compares survivors with siblings to help researchers understand differences that may be related to cancer or treatment.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT01269190Recruiting
Imaging mouth lesions during surgery to see them more clearly
This study uses a special dye and camera imaging while you have surgery or a biopsy to remove a mouth lesion. The goal is to better visualize the lesion during the operation, which may help doctors guide care more accurately.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03604315RecruitingPhase 1
PET/CT scan testing a new radioactive tracer for tumors
This early-phase study uses PET/CT scans to see how well a new radioactive tracer (a tiny dose of a special material) highlights solid tumors in the body. It may help researchers learn whether this tracer can better find and track tumor spots seen on standard scans.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06219941RecruitingPhase 2
Studying AZD0901 for Claudin18.2-positive advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called AZD0901 for people with advanced solid tumors that have a specific protein on their surface. It aims to see if the drug can shrink or slow the growth of these tumors.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06066424RecruitingPhase 1
TROP2-targeted NK cells for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy using your own immune cells (NK cells) that are specially engineered to attack cancer cells that have a protein called TROP2. It is for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06066359RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cord blood NK cells for NY-ESO-1 positive myeloma
This trial tests a new treatment using cord blood immune cells (NK cells) that are specially designed to target a protein called NY-ESO-1 found on myeloma cells. It is for people with multiple myeloma that has come back or not responded to at least two previous treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT00477100Recruiting
Breast cancer tissue and data registry for research
This trial helps create a research “tissue registry” by collecting breast cancer tissue samples and medical information. It may help doctors better understand inflammatory or invasive breast cancer and improve future studies.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT00991094Recruiting
Study follow-up after proton radiation treatment
This study collects information about both short-term and long-term side effects in people who receive proton radiation. It may help doctors better understand what happens to normal tissues over time and improve follow-up care.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT00515060Recruiting
Study pain testing in cancer patients and healthy volunteers
This trial uses controlled, short-term pain testing (a “pain study”) to better understand how pain works during and after certain cancer treatments. It may help researchers improve how cancer therapy pain is measured and managed.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT00505245Recruiting
Testing a new way to measure cancer symptom distress
This study tests a new assessment system (a set of questions/tools) to better measure how much distress cancer patients feel from symptoms. It may help cancer teams better understand your symptom burden and improve support.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT01042379RecruitingPhase 2
Adaptive drug trial for newly diagnosed breast cancer
This study tests personalized, changing treatment plans (given before surgery) to find better options for your specific breast tumor. You may be asked for extra breast-tissue testing to help match you with the most suitable study drug(s).
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07431281RecruitingPhase 3
New drug combo for advanced stomach cancer with CLDN18.2
This trial tests a new drug combination for people with advanced stomach cancer that has not been treated before. It looks at two groups: one with PD-L1 (a protein that helps decide if immunotherapy works), and one without. The treatment includes an antibody-drug conjugate (Sonesitatug Vedotin) plus standard chemotherapy, with or without an immunotherapy drug.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06065462RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Dostarlimab and LB-100 for clear cell ovarian cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs—dostarlimab (an immunotherapy) and LB-100 (a new drug targeting a protein called PP2A)—for people with clear cell ovarian cancer that has returned or is resistant to platinum chemotherapy. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and effective for this specific type of cancer.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05776979RecruitingPhase 2
Isatuximab plus lenalidomide after transplant for high-risk myeloma
This Phase 2 trial tests whether adding isatuximab and lenalidomide as long-term treatment after stem cell transplant can help keep high-risk multiple myeloma under control. It may help some people reduce the chance of the disease coming back after transplant.
Houston, TexasAges 18–72
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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
- MD Anderson Cancer Center · 2 studies
- Research Site · 2 studies
- Avenzo Therapeutics Recruiting Site
- MD Anderson Cancer Center at The Woodlands
- Texas Children's Hospital
- The University of Texas Health Science Center
- The Women's Hospital of Texas
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 1,184 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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