Clinical trials · Texas
Cancer clinical trials in Texas
We’re tracking 1,492 recruiting cancer studies with a site in Texas — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Texas
- NCT06594991RecruitingPhase 2
A study of three immunotherapy drugs for advanced melanoma
This trial tests a combination of three immunotherapy drugs (fianlimab, cemiplimab, and ipilimumab) for people with advanced melanoma that has stopped responding to previous PD-1/PD-L1 treatment. It aims to see if this new combination can help shrink or control the cancer.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05939414RecruitingPhase 3
Lutetium prostate cancer treatment for limited PSMA-spread
This Phase 3 trial compares a targeted radiation medicine called lutetium (177Lu) vipivotide tetraxetan versus watchful waiting in people with prostate cancer that has spread to only a few spots. The goal is to see if the treatment can better control the cancer when scans show a small amount of PSMA-positive metastases.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–100 - NCT05008848RecruitingPhase 3
Text message program to help rural cancer survivors quit smoking
This trial studies a text-message based program to help people who smoke quit. It targets adults in rural areas who are currently in cancer treatment and want support stopping smoking.
Abilene, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06887205Recruiting
Lymphatic reconstruction after melanoma surgery: a pilot study
This trial tests a surgical procedure called immediate lymphatic reconstruction for melanoma patients who need lymph node removal. It aims to reduce swelling and improve recovery.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06875882Recruiting
Stress study for surgeons and musicians
This study looks at stress in surgeons and musicians using wearable brain sensors, body samples, and questionnaires. It aims to understand how stress affects performance and well-being.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05546827RecruitingPhase 2
Pre-surgery radiation plus immunotherapy for mucosal melanoma
This Phase 2 trial tests giving radiation and immunotherapy before surgery for mucosal melanoma in the nose/sinuses or rectum. It may help shrink the tumor and improve outcomes while aiming to control the disease locally and in nearby areas.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07032727RecruitingPhase 2
Olutasidenib plus targeted therapy for relapsed IDH1-mutated myeloid cancers
This trial tests a combination of olutasidenib with other targeted drugs for people with certain blood cancers that have returned or not responded to treatment. It focuses on patients who have both an IDH1 mutation and a second activating mutation in specific signaling genes.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07147205Recruiting
Meaning-centered group therapy for cancer patients
This trial tests whether a special type of group therapy, called meaning-centered group psychotherapy, helps people with cancer find purpose and meaning. It is offered through the Integrative Medicine Clinic and uses video calls so you can join from home.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05641831RecruitingPhase 2
Canakinumab to prevent clonal blood count problems turning into cancer
This Phase 2 study tests canakinumab to help stop high-risk clonal cytopenias of unknown significance (CCUS) from progressing into a blood cancer. If you have persistent low blood counts and specific genetic features, this treatment may lower the chance of progression.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06711965Recruiting
Custom molds for breast reconstruction shaping
This trial tests custom 3D-printed molds to help shape breast tissue during reconstruction. It is for people who are already planning a DIEP or TRAM flap after mastectomy.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07007273RecruitingPhase 2
Pembrolizumab for advanced skin sarcomas (not angiosarcoma)
This trial is testing a drug called pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for people with advanced soft tissue sarcomas that started in the skin. The goal is to see if this immunotherapy can help shrink or slow the growth of these tumors.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06576037RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CBP-1019 with chemo for advanced solid tumors
This trial tests a new drug called CBP-1019 combined with chemotherapy (FOLFOX) and possibly other drugs for people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard treatments. It may be an option if you have a type of cancer that hasn't gotten better with other therapies.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06004882Recruiting
Nerve stimulation vs. steroid injection for chronic knee pain
This study compares two treatments for long-term knee pain: a nerve stimulation device placed near the knee versus a steroid shot into the joint. The goal is to see which works better for pain relief.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06004336RecruitingPhase 2
Maintenance therapy after radiation for limited spread kidney cancer
This trial tests whether giving a maintenance medication (pembrolizumab) after targeted radiation helps keep kidney cancer that has spread to a few spots (5 or fewer) from growing. You would receive radiation to each spot and then be randomly assigned to receive either the medication or a placebo (inactive substance) for up to about 2 years.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06513962RecruitingPhase 3
Triptorelin to protect ovaries in young women with cancer
This study tests whether a medicine called triptorelin can protect the ovaries in young women and teens receiving strong chemotherapy for cancer. If you are newly diagnosed with a cancer (other than breast cancer) and are about to get certain chemotherapy drugs, this trial may help preserve your fertility.
Dallas, TexasAges Up to 39 years - NCT06991062Recruiting
Brain stimulation and smoking: finding personalized treatments
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (rTMS) can help people who smoke reduce cravings or change smoking behavior. You'll also have your brain activity recorded with a cap (EEG) and do some vaping tasks.
Houston, TexasAges 21–60 - NCT06586892Recruiting
MRI study to predict jaw injury after radiation therapy
This study uses special MRI scans before and after radiation therapy to see if they can predict damage to your jawbone. If you are getting radiation to the head or neck area, this study may help monitor side effects.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05865535RecruitingPhase 1
Dose study of AV-380 for cancer-related weight loss
This Phase 1 trial tests a new drug (AV-380) in people with solid tumor cancer who are losing weight and muscle because of cancer. It mainly helps researchers find a safe dose and see how the body responds, and it may offer a new option for cancer-related cachexia.
Kingwood, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06450353Recruiting
Why some people get donor stem cell transplants
This study looks at what factors might affect whether people who need a donor stem cell transplant actually get one. It aims to help make sure everyone has a fair chance to receive this treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06389721Recruiting
Preventing nerve damage from breast cancer chemotherapy
This study looks at how certain chemotherapy drugs affect the brain and cause nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy) in people with breast cancer. The goal is to find ways to prevent or reduce these side effects so that treatment can be more comfortable and effective.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06973668RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing drug combos to prevent graft versus host disease after stem cell transplant
This trial tests if a drug combo (cyclophosphamide, sirolimus, and ruxolitinib) works better than another combo (cyclophosphamide, sirolimus, and mycophenolate mofetil) to prevent graft versus host disease in people getting a stem cell transplant for certain blood cancers.
Houston, TexasAges 65–75 - NCT07316010RecruitingPhase 2
Liso-cel for lymphoma with minimal residual disease after first treatment
This trial tests a type of CAR T-cell therapy (called liso-cel) for people with large B-cell lymphoma who still have tiny traces of cancer after their first treatment. The goal is to see if liso-cel can get rid of those remaining cancer cells and prevent the cancer from coming back.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06162403Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for chemo-related leg pain
This study tests whether a small device that sends gentle electrical pulses to nerves in your leg can relieve pain caused by chemotherapy. If you have ongoing nerve pain in your legs from past chemo, this treatment might offer a new way to manage it.
Houston, TexasAges 18–85 - NCT06930651RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Engineered NK cell therapy for relapsed blood cancers
This trial tests a new immune cell therapy (engineered NK cells) for people with certain blood cancers like AML, MDS, or CMML that have not responded to standard treatments. The therapy aims to help your immune system attack cancer cells, and is given after a short course of chemotherapy.
Houston, TexasAges 18–80
Cancer trials by city in Texas
Where these studies are running in Texas
Institutions with a site for the recruiting cancer studies listed above.
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · 20 studies
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center · 2 studies
- Baylor College of Medicine
- Children's Hospital of San Antonio
- Community Clinical Trials
- Cook Children's Medical Center
- DHR Health Institute for Research and Development
- Doctor's Hospital of Laredo
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.
Cancer trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there cancer clinical trials in Texas?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 1,492 recruiting cancer studies with a site in Texas, 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 in Texas?
- 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 Texas to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Texas, 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.
Not the right time?
New cancer studies open in Texas regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.