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, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Houston
- NCT06196008Recruiting
Exercise coaching for older adults having lung cancer surgery and their caregivers
This study tests if a telephone-based physical activity coach helps older adults (65+) recover better after lung cancer surgery compared to self-monitored activity. Caregivers can also join to learn how to support their loved one and improve their own well-being.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06267729RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A new cell therapy for advanced prostate cancer
This trial tests a new cell therapy (AZD0754) for metastatic prostate cancer that has stopped responding to standard hormone therapy and chemotherapy. It’s looking for people whose cancer has gotten worse despite prior treatments, and who are still in fairly good health.
Houston, TexasAges 18–130 - NCT06170788RecruitingPhase 3
New Two-Drug Immunotherapy Combo vs. Standard Immunotherapy for Advanced Lung Cancer
This study compares a new combination of two immunotherapy drugs (sacituzumab tirumotecan plus pembrolizumab) versus pembrolizumab alone for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a high PD-L1 level (≥50%) and has not been treated yet. The goal is to see if the combination works better than the standard single immunotherapy.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06230185Recruiting
Blood test to monitor treatment response in triple-negative breast cancer
This trial is testing whether a blood test can track how well chemotherapy is working in people with early-stage triple-negative breast cancer. You would provide blood samples before and during treatment, and the results may help your doctor understand your response better.
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+ - NCT06259253Recruiting
Understanding cancer experiences for Asian patients
This study looks at the cancer care experiences of Asian and Asian American patients who were treated at MD Anderson. By sharing your story, you can help improve care for others in your community.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06162377RecruitingPhase 4
Methylnaltrexone before surgery for mouth cancer
This trial tests if taking methylnaltrexone for two weeks before surgery can help people with mouth cancer. It is a small, early study to see how the drug affects the tumor and the body.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06272864Recruiting
A study looking at genetics of certain advanced cancers
This study tests the genes of your cancer to learn more about advanced breast, lung, melanoma, or sarcoma tumors. It may help doctors find better ways to treat these cancers in the future.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06207305RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Paclitaxel into the belly for appendix cancer
This trial tests a chemotherapy drug (paclitaxel) given directly into the belly for people whose appendix cancer has spread inside the belly and cannot be surgically removed. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and helps shrink tumors.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06465069RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new drug for advanced bladder and other solid tumors
This study tests a new drug (LY4052031) for people with several types of advanced solid tumors, especially bladder cancer. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective when given alone or after other treatments have stopped working.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06466395RecruitingPhase 1
Hyper-CVAD plus venetoclax for relapsed pediatric leukemia
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy drugs (hyper-CVAD) plus a targeted pill called venetoclax for children and young adults with a type of leukemia that has returned or not responded to treatment. The goal is to see if this combo can help control the leukemia.
Houston, TexasAges 2–21 - NCT06431347Recruiting
Study on social factors in transplant care
This study looks at how social and financial challenges affect people getting a transplant or cell therapy at MD Anderson. Researchers want to talk to patients and their caregivers to better understand these challenges and improve care.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06428409RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A study of MK-2870 for several gastrointestinal cancers
This trial is testing a new drug called MK-2870, alone or with other treatments, for people with advanced colorectal, pancreatic, or bile duct cancer. It aims to see if the drug can help shrink or control the cancer.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06362369RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Oral 7HP349 with immunotherapy for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests an experimental oral drug (7HP349) combined with two immunotherapy drugs (ipilimumab and nivolumab) for people with advanced solid tumors. It aims to see if the combination is safe and effective in shrinking tumors.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06345729RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Calderasib and Pembrolizumab for Advanced Lung Cancer
This trial tests a new combination of two drugs (Calderasib and Pembrolizumab) in people with a specific type of advanced lung cancer (non-small cell lung cancer) that has a KRAS G12C mutation and high PD-L1 levels. It aims to see if this treatment can help shrink or control the cancer.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06422806RecruitingPhase 3
Immunotherapy plus chemo for aggressive sarcoma
This trial compares a combination of immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) plus chemotherapy (doxorubicin) versus chemotherapy alone for people with aggressive, poorly differentiated sarcomas that have spread or cannot be removed. The goal is to see if adding immunotherapy helps shrink tumors or slow their growth better than chemotherapy alone.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06478589RecruitingPhase 2
Survivorship care priorities for older breast cancer survivors
This study looks at what matters most to older breast cancer survivors who have finished treatment. It helps doctors design care plans that fit your personal priorities and health needs.
Houston, TexasAges 65–100 - NCT06434363RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cell therapy plus tafasitamab for autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new cell therapy (AD-PluReceptor) combined with the drug tafasitamab for people with certain autoimmune diseases like systemic sclerosis, lupus, or chronic graft-versus-host disease. It aims to see if this treatment can help when standard therapies have failed.
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+ - NCT06444815RecruitingPhase 1
Study of VET3-TGI for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests an experimental treatment called VET3-TGI, which is injected directly into tumors. It is for people with advanced solid tumors who have already tried other treatments and are looking for new options.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06575374RecruitingPhase 2
Letermovir to prevent CMV after CAR T-cell therapy
This trial tests if a drug called letermovir can safely prevent CMV (a common virus) from reactivating after you receive CAR T-cell therapy (Axi-cel). It may help reduce infections and side effects.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06527157Recruiting
Study on reproductive cancers in women
This study is looking at women who have unusual bleeding or bleeding after menopause to find better ways to diagnose reproductive cancers like endometrial cancer. If you are 45 or older and still have your uterus, you may be able to help.
Houston, TexasAges 45–100 - NCT06561386RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new drug combo for advanced lung cancer
This trial is comparing a new combination of two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and relatlimab) plus chemotherapy against the standard immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) plus chemotherapy for people with advanced non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer that has a certain protein (PD-L1) on at least 1% of its cells. The goal is to see if the new combination works better.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06548789RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy plus prebiotic foods for melanoma before surgery
This study tests if eating certain prebiotic foods while receiving immunotherapy before melanoma surgery can boost your immune system and improve treatment response. Participants eat study-provided foods and receive standard immunotherapy (ipilimumab with or without nivolumab, or nivolumab with or without relatlimab).
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 · 17 studies
- Oncology Consultants · 3 studies
- Research Site · 2 studies
- Baylor College of Medicine
- Houston Methodist Hospital
- Memorial Hermann Hospital
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
- UT Physicians
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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