Clinical trials · Houston, TX
Leukemia clinical trials in Houston
We’re tracking 183 recruiting leukemia 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
- NCT06423911RecruitingPhase 3
Study of olverembatinib for people with chronic phase CML
This study tests a new targeted drug called olverembatinib for people with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) that has stopped responding to other treatments. It aims to see if the drug can control the leukemia with fewer side effects.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT03150693RecruitingPhase 3
New treatment for young adults with CD22-positive ALL
This Phase 3 trial tests adding inotuzumab ozogamicin to standard chemotherapy for newly diagnosed CD22-positive B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). It may help more patients achieve remission and reduce the risk of the leukemia coming back, while also checking safety and tolerability.
Houston, TexasAges 18–39 - 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+ - NCT03136146RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo for return or non-responsive blood cancers
This Phase 2 study tests a combination chemotherapy plan for certain leukemia and lymphoma types that have come back or did not respond. It may help shrink or control disease when standard treatment is no longer working.
Houston, TexasAges 15 years+ - NCT05986240RecruitingPhase 1
Danvatirsen plus venetoclax for advanced blood cancers
This trial tests a new drug called danvatirsen, first alone and then with venetoclax, for people with advanced acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if this combination can help shrink or control the cancer.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03113643RecruitingPhase 1
SL-401 with standard drugs for hard-to-treat blood cancers
This Phase 1 study tests SL-401, given with azacitidine and sometimes venetoclax, to treat acute myeloid leukemia (AML), high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), or blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm (BPDCN). It aims to find a safe dose and see whether the combination can improve blood cancer control.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06613217RecruitingPhase 1
Oral PCLX-001 for relapsed or refractory AML
This trial tests an oral drug called PCLX-001 for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has come back or not responded to previous treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can help control the leukemia.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06401603RecruitingPhase 1
Study of three drugs for advanced CML and Ph+ AML
This trial tests a combination of three drugs (decitabine, lisaftoclax, and olverembatinib) for people with advanced chronic myeloid leukemia or Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute myeloid leukemia who have not responded to or could not tolerate previous treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 18 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 - NCT06001788RecruitingPhase 1
Ziftomenib for relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia
This trial tests a new drug combination called ziftomenib for people whose acute myeloid leukemia (AML) has come back or hasn't responded to treatment. Researchers will check how safe it is and what side effects happen.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05010564RecruitingPhase 1
TRICAR-ALL CAR-T treatment for tough childhood leukemia
This Phase 1 trial tests a customized CAR-T cell therapy for children and young adults with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) that keeps coming back or doesn’t respond to treatment. It aims to find a safer and effective way to control leukemia by targeting specific markers on the leukemia cells.
Houston, TexasAges 1–25 - NCT06397027RecruitingPhase 1
Ziftomenib, venetoclax, and azacitidine for pediatric leukemia
This trial tests a new drug combination (ziftomenib, venetoclax, and azacitidine) in children and young adults with acute leukemia that has come back or not responded to treatment. It may help if your child's leukemia has certain genetic changes (like KMT2A, NPM1, or NUP98).
Houston, TexasAges 2–21 - NCT06680752RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A car-t cell therapy trial for AML or MDS
This trial tests a new CAR-T cell therapy, ARD103, for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) that has come back or is not responding to treatment. It aims to see if this therapy can help control the disease.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06163430RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of MK-4208 for chronic myeloid leukemia
This trial tests a new pill that may help people with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) when other treatments have stopped working or caused side effects. It might offer another option for controlling the disease.
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 - NCT07107126RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug for relapsed AML or high-risk MDS
This trial tests a new drug called RPT1G for adults with acute myeloid leukemia or high-risk myelodysplastic syndromes that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and if it shows signs of helping control the disease.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03661307RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of quizartinib, decitabine, and venetoclax for acute myeloid leukemia or high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome
This trial combines three drugs to treat certain types of leukemia or a related blood condition. It may be an option for people who cannot have standard intensive chemo, or for those whose disease has come back.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03629171RecruitingPhase 2
Liposome-encapsulated daunorubicin-cytarabine and venetoclax for acute myeloid leukemia
This trial tests a combination of two chemotherapy drugs packaged in a special fat coating (liposome) plus a targeted pill called venetoclax for adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has come back, not responded, or is newly diagnosed. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and effective.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03630991RecruitingPhase 1
Calcium chelator medicine for AML or MDS during chemotherapy
This Phase 1 study tests whether edetate calcium disodium (also called succimer) can be safely given to people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) while they are on chemotherapy. The goal is to learn the safest dose and whether it has signs of helping the blood cancer respond to treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 1 year+ - NCT00736749Recruiting
Long-term health check for childhood cancer survivors
This trial tracks the long-term health of people who took part in previous Children's Oncology Group studies. It helps doctors understand the lasting effects of cancer treatment and improve care for survivors.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT02115295RecruitingPhase 2
Venetoclax plus chemotherapy for AML, high-risk MDS, or blast CML
This trial tests a combination treatment (venetoclax plus several chemotherapy medicines) for people with AML, high-risk MDS, or CML that has progressed into a blast phase. It may help by killing leukemia-like blood cells and improving disease control.
Houston, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT06817720RecruitingPhase 2
Olverembatinib for newly diagnosed chronic phase CML
This trial tests the drug olverembatinib alone for people with newly diagnosed chronic phase CML who have not had much prior treatment. It aims to see how well the drug works and what side effects it may cause.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03802695RecruitingPhase 1
Orca-Q pill to help during stem cell transplant
This Phase 1 trial studies Orca-Q to see if it is safe and works when added around the time of an allogeneic (donor) stem cell transplant for certain blood cancers. If you qualify, the study may offer a new option for managing the transplant immune response.
Houston, TexasAges 12–78
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Where these studies are running near Houston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting leukemia studies listed above.
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · 17 studies
- Ascentage Investigative Site #1501
- Baylor College of Medicine
- Houston Methodist Hospital
- Massive Bio SYNERGY-AI site
- MD Anderson Cancer Center (Data Collection Only)
- MD Anderson Cancer Centre
- Texas Children's Hospital
What taking part in a leukemia 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 leukemia studies in Texas.
Common questions
- Are there leukemia clinical trials near Houston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 183 recruiting leukemia 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 leukemia 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 leukemia 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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