Clinical trials · Massachusetts
Leukemia clinical trials in Massachusetts
We’re tracking 119 recruiting leukemia studies with a site in Massachusetts — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Massachusetts
- NCT07148180RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Targeting leftover leukemia cells with a combination therapy
This trial tests a new drug combo (tagraxofusp, azacitidine, and venetoclax) for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who have very small amounts of cancer cells still present after initial treatment. The goal is to see if it can clear these leftover cells and prevent the cancer from coming back.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07052695RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Mosunetuzumab for clearing CLL cells after other treatments
This study tests a drug called mosunetuzumab to see if it can clear remaining cancer cells (minimal residual disease) in people with CLL or SLL who have already had certain treatments. It may help those whose blood tests show very low levels of leftover disease after BTK inhibitor or BCL2 inhibitor therapy.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06973187RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing two drugs for CLL or SLL after prior treatment
This trial tests a new drug (BGB-16673) against another drug (pirtobrutinib) for people with CLL or SLL that hasn't responded to or has come back after a prior BTK inhibitor treatment. The goal is to see which drug is more effective and safe.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06917911RecruitingPhase 2
Testing two drug additions to standard chemotherapy for a type of acute myeloid leukemia
This trial tests whether adding venetoclax or gemtuzumab ozogamicin to the usual chemotherapy helps people with a specific genetic type of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) respond better. It may improve chances of remission.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–59 - NCT06852222RecruitingPhase 3
Study of bleximenib, venetoclax, and azacitidine for newly diagnosed AML
This trial tests a new drug combination (bleximenib, venetoclax, and azacitidine) for people with a specific genetic type of AML who cannot receive strong chemotherapy. The goal is to see if this combination is safer and more effective.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04704323RecruitingPhase 1
CAP-100 drug study for hard-to-treat CLL after prior treatments
This early-phase (Phase 1) study tests CAP-100 in adults with CLL or SLL that has come back or did not respond to at least two previous treatments. The goal is to see how the drug works and whether it is safe enough to keep studying.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05703542RecruitingPhase 1
Testing BXCL701 for relapsed or resistant AML or MDS
This Phase 1 study tests BXCL701 in adults whose acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or high-blast myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS-EB-2) has come back or not responded to prior treatment. The goal is to find a safe dose and see how the treatment affects cancer cells.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06672146RecruitingPhase 2
New treatments for AML with an IDH2 mutation
This trial tests new treatments for people with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has a change in the IDH2 gene. It aims to find a better option for those who cannot have standard high-dose chemotherapy.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06660368RecruitingPhase 2
A study of a drug combo for relapsed or refractory AML
This trial tests a combination of targeted therapy (venetoclax) and chemotherapy (cladribine, cytarabine, G-CSF, mitoxantrone) for people with acute myeloid leukemia that has come back or not responded to previous treatment. It aims to see if this combination can help achieve remission.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT06561360RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing two treatments for hairy cell leukemia
This study tests whether a combination of targeted drugs (vemurafenib and obinutuzumab) works better than a standard chemo-immunotherapy combination (cladribine and rituximab) for people newly diagnosed with hairy cell leukemia. If you have the BRAF V600E mutation and meet blood count criteria, you may be eligible to join.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04150497RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new cell therapy for CD22-positive leukemia
This trial tests UCART22, a new cell-based treatment, for people with relapsed or refractory B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) that has the CD22 marker. It may help by attacking leukemia cells that carry CD22.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 15–50 - NCT06440135RecruitingPhase 1
Ziftomenib maintenance after stem cell transplant for AML
This trial tests if the drug ziftomenib can help prevent AML from coming back after a stem cell transplant. It is for people who have certain gene changes (KMT2A rearrangement or NPM1 mutation) and are in remission or near-remission before transplant.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06428019RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing drug combinations for untreated CLL or SLL
This trial tests two different drug combinations (venetoclax with obinutuzumab or with acalabrutinib) to see how they affect the risk of tumor lysis syndrome in people with untreated CLL or SLL. It may help find the safest and most effective way to start treatment.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06333262RecruitingPhase 2
Fixed-duration pirtobrutinib and obinutuzumab for untreated CLL
This trial tests a combination of two drugs, pirtobrutinib (a pill) and obinutuzumab (an infusion), given for a set period of time in people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) who have not had any previous treatment for their disease. The goal is to see if this combination can control the cancer effectively.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06317649RecruitingPhase 2
Venetoclax with hypomethylating agents for older or unfit adults with FLT3-mutated AML
This trial tests a combination of medicines (venetoclax and a hypomethylating agent) for people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who have a FLT3 mutation. It may be an option for older adults or those who cannot tolerate intensive chemotherapy.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06313437RecruitingPhase 1
Revumenib with 7+3 and midostaurin for AML
This trial tests a new drug called revumenib combined with a strong chemotherapy regimen (7+3) and midostaurin for people with newly diagnosed AML that has specific gene mutations (FLT3 and NPM1). The goal is to see if this combination works better than standard treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–75 - NCT06124157RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted therapy plus chemo for children with Ph+ or Ph-like B-ALL
This trial tests if adding a targeted drug (dasatinib or imatinib) to a chemotherapy combination with blinatumomab works better for children and young adults with a specific genetic form of B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The goal is to see if this approach can improve treatment outcomes for patients with Philadelphia chromosome-positive or ABL-class Ph-like B-ALL.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 1 year–46 years - NCT04678401RecruitingPhase 1
Trial tests transplant using a half-matched donor for high-risk leukemia
This Phase 1 trial tests a special bone marrow transplant using a related “half-matched” donor (haploidentical), without a specific immune-suppressing medicine (“IS-free”). It’s for adults with certain high-risk AML or MDS to see if this approach can improve control of the disease while tracking safety.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–75 - NCT05955261RecruitingPhase 2
Study of adding venetoclax to standard chemotherapy for pediatric AML
This trial tests a new combination of a targeted pill (venetoclax) with standard chemotherapy for children and young adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The hope is that adding venetoclax will improve how well the chemo works and reduce the chance of the leukemia coming back.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 4 weeks–21 years - NCT05592015RecruitingPhase 2
Ruxolitinib for T-cell large granular leukemia
This Phase 2 study tests ruxolitinib, a targeted medicine, to improve outcomes in T-cell large granular lymphocytic leukemia (T-LGLL). It is for people whose disease is causing symptoms or who have already tried other treatment, with specific blood, infection, and medication requirements.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05143996RecruitingPhase 1
First study drug for relapsed AML or MDS
This Phase 1 trial tests CLN-049 in adults whose acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) has come back or did not respond to treatment. The goal is to find out how well the drug can work and how safe it is in people with limited options.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05183035RecruitingPhase 3
Testing venetoclax for children with relapsed AML
This study tests a drug called venetoclax in children and young adults whose acute myeloid leukemia (AML) has returned after treatment. The drug may help block cancer cell growth. The study also looks at safety and how well the drug works when given alone or with other treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 4 weeks–21 years - NCT05010005RecruitingPhase 1
Testing ruxolitinib plus duvelisib for relapsed T-cell lymphoma
This Phase 1 study tests how safe and effective ruxolitinib plus duvelisib are in adults with certain types of mature T-cell lymphomas. You may be considered if your lymphoma has come back or worsened despite prior treatment, and the study checks whether this pill combination can help control the disease.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04925479RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing asciminib dosing and safety for teen CML patients
This early-phase study tests the right dose and safety of asciminib in children and teens with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). It may help if your current or last CML medicine (a TKI) did not work well or caused side effects.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 1–17
Leukemia trials by city in Massachusetts
Where these studies are running in Massachusetts
Institutions with a site for the recruiting leukemia studies listed above.
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute · 20 studies
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center · 3 studies
- Brigham and Women's Hospital · 3 studies
- Tufts Medical Center · 3 studies
- Massachusetts General Hospital · 2 studies
- Lahey Hospital and Medical Center
- Lahey Medical Center Peabody
- UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus
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.
Leukemia trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there leukemia clinical trials in Massachusetts?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 119 recruiting leukemia studies with a site in Massachusetts, 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 in Massachusetts?
- 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 Massachusetts to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Massachusetts, 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.
Not the right time?
New leukemia studies open in Massachusetts 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.