Clinical trials · Houston, TX
Down Syndrome clinical trials in Houston
We’re tracking 163 recruiting down syndrome 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
- NCT05066217RecruitingPhase 3
Study tests clemizole for Lennox-Gastaut seizures
This Phase 3 trial studies whether clemizole helps reduce seizures in people with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS) and checks safety. If you have LGS and meet the seizure and heart-safety requirements, this could be an option to explore.
Houston, TexasAges 2–55 - NCT06366464RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a drug for sleepiness in Prader-Willi syndrome
This trial tests a medication called pitolisant to see if it helps reduce excessive daytime sleepiness in people with Prader-Willi syndrome. You or your loved one may be able to join if they have a confirmed diagnosis and a caregiver who can regularly help with study tasks.
Houston, TexasAges 6 years+ - NCT07281079RecruitingPhase 3
Testing NNZ-2591 for children with Phelan-McDermid syndrome
This trial tests a new medicine, NNZ-2591, to see if it helps children with Phelan-McDermid syndrome. It is for children aged 3 to 12 who have a specific genetic change (SHANK3) and weigh at least 10 kg.
Houston, TexasAges 3–12 - NCT06338267Recruiting
Testing new sensors for Rett syndrome symptoms at home
This study tests new wearable sensors to track symptoms like heart rate and breathing in people with Rett syndrome. If you join, you'll use the sensors at home to help researchers see how symptoms change day to day.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT05702645Recruiting
Down syndrome long-term study after leukemia treatment
This study follows children and young adults with Down syndrome who have survived acute leukemia (ALL or AML) to learn about their longer-term health after treatment ends. It may help families and doctors understand what health problems to watch for and how to provide better follow-up care.
Houston, TexasAges 6–39 - NCT05981300Recruiting
Pediatric Gastroparesis Research Registry
This study collects information from children and young adults with gastroparesis (a condition where the stomach empties slowly). It helps researchers understand how this condition affects people over time.
Houston, TexasAges 8–25 - NCT05219110Recruiting
More fluids for children sick with toxin E. coli
This study looks at whether giving extra (hyper) fluids early helps children with a high-risk E. coli stomach infection. The goal is to improve outcomes by supporting the kidneys during the illness.
Houston, TexasAges 9 months–21 years - NCT05090345Recruiting
Registry for young people getting bone marrow transplants
This trial is a registry that follows children and young adults up to age 26 who are having a bone marrow transplant, to better understand complications related to blood vessel and organ injury. It may help future patients by improving how doctors predict and prevent these problems.
Houston, TexasAges birth–26 years - NCT06297941RecruitingPhase 1
Study of REM-422 for AML or high-risk MDS
This trial tests an experimental oral medication called REM-422 for people with AML (a type of blood cancer) that has not responded to treatment or has come back, or for those with high-risk MDS. The goal is to see if it is safe and effective.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06701656RecruitingPhase 2
Testing bevacizumab for breathing problems from ARDS
This trial tests if bevacizumab can help people with ARDS (a serious lung condition) breathe better. It is for patients with mild, moderate, or severe ARDS who are already in the hospital.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05355272RecruitingPhase 2
Growth hormone treatment for Gulf War illness with low growth hormone
This Phase 2 study tests whether replacing growth hormone can improve symptoms in veterans with Gulf War Illness and adult growth hormone deficiency. It also checks that the treatment is safe for people with stable medications and hormone regimens.
Houston, TexasAges 18–64 - NCT06668805RecruitingPhase 2
Testing vosoritide for children with Noonan syndrome and slow growth
This study tests a medication called vosoritide for children with Noonan syndrome who are still growing slowly despite using human growth hormone. The goal is to see if vosoritide can help them grow taller.
Houston, TexasAges 3–11 - NCT03214562RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Venetoclax plus chemotherapy for acute leukemia
This trial studies how well venetoclax combined with chemotherapy treats newly diagnosed or returning (relapsed) or hard-to-treat (refractory) acute myeloid leukemia (AML). It’s mainly for people who can’t use standard AML therapy well, or whose disease came back.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06789913RecruitingPhase 2
Testing RLY-2608 for growth disorders linked to PIK3CA mutations
This trial tests a new medicine, RLY-2608, that targets the specific genetic change (PIK3CA mutation) causing overgrowth conditions. It aims to see if the drug can slow or stop the growth of affected tissues.
Houston, TexasAges 2 years+ - NCT05978141Recruiting
T-cell lymphoma registry study
This study creates a registry for people with certain T-cell or NK-cell lymphomas. It collects health information and tumor samples to learn more about these diseases and improve future treatments.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT06280482RecruitingPhase 1
Nicotinamide Riboside for Moyamoya in Smooth Muscle Dysfunction
This trial tests a vitamin B3 supplement called nicotinamide riboside (NR) to see if it can help people with Smooth Muscle Dysfunction Syndrome (SMDS) who have a specific gene mutation. The goal is to improve blood flow problems in the brain (moyamoya-like disease) caused by the condition.
Houston, TexasAges 1 year+ - NCT07625579Recruiting
Collaboration for Down Syndrome Progress Research Study
This research study aims to better understand Down syndrome by collecting health information, family history, and sometimes brain imaging or sleep data from children and adults with Down syndrome and their families. The goal is to advance knowledge that could improve health and development for people with Down syndrome.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT06501196RecruitingPhase 1
Study of BH-30236 for leukemia and high-risk MDS
This trial tests an experimental drug, BH-30236, for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or a high-risk form of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) whose cancer has come back or stopped responding to treatment. It aims to see if the drug can help control the disease.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03589729RecruitingPhase 2
Dexrazoxane to help protect the heart during blood-cancer chemo
This Phase 2 study tests dexrazoxane, a heart-protecting medicine, to reduce heart side effects from chemotherapy in people with certain blood cancers. If you qualify, you would receive dexrazoxane along with chemotherapy, and the team will monitor your heart function closely.
Houston, TexasAges 12 years+ - NCT05992311RecruitingPhase 1
Testing montelukast for gulf war illness
This study tests whether montelukast, a medication for asthma and allergies, can help improve thinking problems in veterans with Gulf War Illness. The trial involves taking the study drug or a placebo for 8 weeks, with weekly phone check-ins.
Houston, TexasAges 50–70 - NCT05564390RecruitingPhase 2
MyeloMATCH screening to match you to AML or MDS treatment
This study screens people with newly suspected acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) to see which treatment approach fits best—either a specific study treatment or standard care. It may help by directing you to the right option and by sharing your blood/bone marrow samples for research.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03452774Recruiting
AI matches your cancer tests to possible treatment trials
This trial uses an AI system to help match people with certain cancer types and specific tumor test results (like gene or protein markers) to relevant clinical trials. It may help you and your doctor find studies that fit your cancer biology faster.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT04771130RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of BGB-11417 for blood cancers
This early-phase study tests BGB-11417 in people with certain bone-marrow (blood) cancers such as AML, MDS, or MDS/MPN. The goal is to find out how the medicine works and whether it can control the cancer.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05263076Recruiting
Uterus transplant trial for women born without a working uterus
This trial studies uterus transplant surgery to help people with “absolute uterine factor infertility” (no working uterus) become pregnant using embryos made by IVF. It checks whether the donated uterus can support pregnancy and safe delivery for participants who meet strict medical and health requirements.
Houston, TexasAges 20–65
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Where these studies are running near Houston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting down syndrome studies listed above.
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · 8 studies
- Baylor College of Medicine · 5 studies
- Texas Children's Hospital · 3 studies
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston · 3 studies
- Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center · 2 studies
- Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center
- Ben Taub General Hospital
- Houston Methodist Hospital
What taking part in a down syndrome 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.
Looking wider? See all recruiting down syndrome studies in Texas.
Common questions
- Are there down syndrome clinical trials near Houston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 163 recruiting down syndrome 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 down syndrome 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 down syndrome 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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