Clinical trials · Houston, TX
Infections clinical trials in Houston
We’re tracking 81 recruiting infections 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
- NCT06056297RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Mavorixafor for chronic neutropenia with infections
This trial tests if mavorixafor can help people with certain types of long-term low neutrophil counts (chronic neutropenia) who still get frequent or serious infections. It aims to reduce infection risk by boosting your body's infection-fighting cells.
Houston, TexasAges 12 years+ - NCT03325855Recruiting
Fecal transplant registry for patients and donors
This study is a national “registry” that collects information from people who get fecal microbiota transplant (a stool-based treatment) and from people who donate stool. It helps researchers understand who receives these treatments and how they do over time.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT06080698Recruiting
Oral antibiotics for bloodstream infection trial
This trial tests whether switching from IV to oral antibiotics is just as effective for treating Gram-negative bloodstream infections. If you qualify, you may receive either continued IV antibiotics or switch to pills, with follow-up on your recovery and quality of life.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06070688Recruiting
A test to tell if your breathing infection is bacterial or viral
This study tests a new way to quickly figure out if a respiratory infection is caused by bacteria or a virus. Knowing this could help doctors choose the right treatment faster and avoid unnecessary antibiotics.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07650916RecruitingPhase 3
A study of two ultra-long-acting HIV shots
This trial tests a new ultra-long-acting injectable combination of cabotegravir and rilpivirine for people with HIV who already have the virus under control. It aims to see if these shots can keep the virus suppressed with fewer doses.
Houston, TexasAges 12 years+ - NCT07728123Recruiting
Screen2Prevent for young people in the ED
This trial is testing a prevention strategy for young people who come to the emergency department. It aims to find better ways to screen and prevent health problems early on.
Houston, TexasAges 14–24 - NCT06957236Enrolling by invitation
NICE Procedure for Benign Colon Disease
This trial tests a new minimally invasive surgery called the NICE procedure for treating benign left-sided colon diseases like diverticulitis or benign polyps. It aims to see if this approach leads to fewer infections and better recovery compared to standard surgery.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06856174RecruitingPhase 4
Menopause Hormone Therapy for Women with HIV
This trial tests whether hormone therapy can help manage hot flashes and night sweats in women living with HIV who are going through menopause. It's designed to see if this treatment is safe and effective for this group.
Houston, TexasAges 40–60 - NCT04169542Recruiting
Study on how COVID-19 affected costs for breast surgery patients
This study asks people with breast cancer who are having breast surgery about how COVID-19 affected their out-of-pocket costs, work income, and job stability. Your answers may help improve support for patients during public health emergencies.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05947071RecruitingPhase 2
Higher-dose flu vaccine versus standard dose in child transplant patients
This trial compares a higher-dose flu vaccine to the standard dose in children who recently received a kidney, heart, and/or liver transplant. It aims to see which dose better protects children against influenza while checking for safety.
Houston, TexasAges 3–17 - NCT07698600RecruitingPhase 1
Safety test of a new HIV vaccine in adults with or without HIV
This study tests a new RNA-based vaccine called BNT168 to see if it is safe and how the body responds to it. It is for healthy adults with or without HIV, and those with HIV will pause their regular treatment for a while during the study.
Houston, TexasAges 18–50 - NCT04278404Recruiting
Drug safety study for children already on certain medicines
This study measures how certain medicines move through the body and checks their safety in children. It may help doctors better understand dosing and side effects in kids who are already receiving these treatments, or in some kids who recently tested positive for COVID-19.
Houston, TexasAges birth–20 years - NCT04098744RecruitingPhase 2
Artesunate vaginal inserts for high-grade cervical changes
This Phase 2 study tests whether artesunate vaginal inserts can help treat high-grade abnormal cells on the cervix (CIN2/3). It’s meant for adults who have a confirmed high-grade precancer change and can use birth control during the study.
Houston, TexasAges 25–100 - NCT07202546RecruitingPhase 2
New oral HIV drug trial for people new to treatment
This trial tests a new oral HIV medication (VH4524184) in people who have never taken HIV treatment before. It looks at how well the drug controls the virus and how safe it is.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07383649RecruitingPhase 2
Anti-CMV therapy for breast cancer with brain metastases
This trial tests a treatment targeting a common virus (CMV) in breast cancer that has spread to the brain. The goal is to see if anti-CMV therapy can shrink or slow these brain tumors.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04551378Recruiting
Study of how COVID affected young people with cancer
This study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic affected the experiences of teenagers and young adults with cancer, including people who finished treatment. It may help improve support for cancer patients and survivors during public health crises.
Houston, TexasAges 18–39 - NCT07758140Recruiting
At-home cervical cancer screening study
This study tests if women can collect their own samples at home to screen for cervical cancer, which could make screening easier and more comfortable. You would provide a sample and compare it to a standard doctor-collected sample.
Houston, TexasAges 25–65 - NCT04712539RecruitingPhase 2
Baloxavir and oseltamivir for severe flu in immune-compromised people
This trial tests whether two flu medicines—baloxavir and oseltamivir—work better to treat influenza in people with weakened immune systems (like transplant or blood cancer patients). It may help reduce severe complications, especially when flu affects the lungs or is at high risk to do so.
Houston, TexasAges 12 years+ - NCT07508124RecruitingPhase 4
Steroid cream to prevent repeat UTIs in uncircumcised baby boys
This study tests if a steroid cream applied to the foreskin can help prevent another urinary tract infection (UTI) in uncircumcised baby boys under 6 months old who have already had one confirmed UTI.
Houston, TexasAges birth–5 months - NCT04474301Recruiting
Quality of life check for people with melanoma during COVID-19
This study looks at how people with melanoma are feeling during the COVID-19 pandemic, including quality of life. You may be asked to share information through surveys or study contact so the researchers can understand needs and concerns.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT05022446Recruiting
Survey study on how COVID-19 affected lung procedures
This study is a survey sent to U.S. lung doctors to understand how COVID-19 changed the way certain lung procedures are done. Your answers could help improve future care and planning during respiratory outbreaks.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT06237452RecruitingPhase 3
VE303 to prevent repeat C. diff infections
This trial tests a new medicine called VE303, a live bacterial therapy, to prevent C. diff infections from coming back. It is for people who have had C. diff at least once in the last 6 months, or who are at high risk for a repeat infection due to age or other health problems.
Houston, TexasAges 12 years+ - NCT06938867RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of SNIPR001 for stem cell transplant patients
This trial tests an oral treatment called SNIPR001 that targets a type of E. coli bacteria resistant to common antibiotics. It may help prevent infections during stem cell transplant recovery.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT02479698RecruitingPhase 2
Immune cells for BK or JC virus infections
This trial tests a treatment using special immune cells (called cytotoxic T lymphocytes) to fight BK or JC virus infections in people with weakened immune systems, such as cancer patients or organ transplant recipients. It may help control the virus and reduce related complications.
Houston, TexasAges Any age
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Where these studies are running near Houston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting infections studies listed above.
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · 7 studies
- Houston Methodist Hospital · 3 studies
- Baylor College of Medicine · 2 studies
- GSK Investigational Site · 2 studies
- BioStar Clinical Research
- El Centro de Corazon
- Houston AIDS Research Team CRS (31473)
- Simcare Medical Research, LLC
What taking part in a infections 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 infections studies in Texas.
Common questions
- Are there infections clinical trials near Houston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 81 recruiting infections 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 infections 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 infections 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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