Clinical trials · Ohio
Leukemia clinical trials in Ohio
We’re tracking 149 recruiting leukemia studies with a site in Ohio — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Ohio
- 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.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18–39 - NCT03013998RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Personalized treatment study for acute myeloid leukemia
This study matches people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) to treatments based on their specific genetic markers. It aims to find the most effective therapy with fewer side effects compared to standard care.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT02560883Recruiting
Hairy cell leukemia patient data registry
This registry collects information about people with classic and variant hairy cell leukemia. It helps doctors learn from real-world patient data and may improve future care.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT01790152Recruiting
Dexrazoxane study to monitor heart damage in cancer survivors
This study tests dexrazoxane (DRZ) to see how it affects blood and heart-related “biomarkers,” or measurable signs of heart damage, after cancer treatment. It mainly targets survivors who may be at risk for cardiomyopathy (heart muscle weakness) or related heart failure.
Akron, OhioAges Any age - 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.
Akron, OhioAges Any age - NCT04502394RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Investigational drug combo for relapsed blood cancer
This trial combines two investigational drugs to see if they are safe and effective for patients with two types of blood cancer: diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) or chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) that has come back or stopped responding to standard treatments. It may offer a new option when other treatments have not worked.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07685717RecruitingPhase 2
Pirtobrutinib for older adults with CLL
This trial tests a new pill, pirtobrutinib, for people 75 or older with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) who have never had treatment before. The goal is to see if it helps control the disease with manageable side effects.
Columbus, OhioAges 75 years+ - NCT05503134RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Donor immune cell treatment for relapsed or stubborn AML
This trial tests donated “natural killer (NK) cells,” a type of immune cell, in children and young adults with AML that has come back or did not respond to treatment. It mainly looks at safety and also studies whether the treatment can help control the leukemia.
Columbus, OhioAges 1–24 - NCT07356245RecruitingPhase 2
Ruxolitinib after stem cell transplant for T-cell lymphoma
This trial tests whether taking ruxolitinib after a stem cell transplant can help prevent T-cell lymphoma from coming back. It is for patients whose lymphoma is in remission (partial or complete) after their transplant.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07342478RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing two BTK inhibitors for CLL/SLL after prior treatment
This study compares two oral targeted therapies, rocbrutinib and pirtobrutinib, for people with CLL or SLL whose disease has come back or stopped responding after treatment with a covalent BTK inhibitor (like ibrutinib). The goal is to see which drug works better and has fewer side effects.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07225439RecruitingPhase 1
Rituximab and tafasitamab with donor immune cells for lymphoma
This trial tests combining two drugs (rituximab and tafasitamab) with donor natural killer (NK) cells to treat B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has come back or stopped responding to prior treatments. The goal is to see if this combination can help the immune system fight the cancer more effectively.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07221500RecruitingPhase 2
Study of NX-5948 for advanced CLL or SLL
This trial tests an experimental drug called NX-5948 for people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) that has come back or not responded to prior treatments. It's for those who have already tried a BTK inhibitor and a BCL-2 inhibitor.
Fairfield, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07218341RecruitingPhase 4
Continuing pirtobrutinib for CLL or SLL patients
This trial continues treatment with the drug pirtobrutinib for people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) who are already in another study. It is not open to new patients.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06634394RecruitingPhase 1
Study of APVO436 for untreated AML patients
This trial tests a new drug called APVO436 for people with a type of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has not been treated before. It is for those who cannot receive strong standard chemotherapy due to age, health problems, or organ function issues.
Canton, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07014917RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing two ways to take venetoclax and acalabrutinib for CLL/SLL
This trial tests whether taking venetoclax on an intermittent schedule (not every day) works as well as taking it continuously when combined with acalabrutinib for people with untreated CLL or SLL. It aims to find a treatment approach that might be just as effective but with fewer side effects.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07007312RecruitingPhase 3
Ziftomenib plus standard chemo for certain AML patients
This trial tests a new drug, ziftomenib, added to standard chemotherapy for adults with untreated acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who have specific gene changes (NPM1 mutation or KMT2A rearrangement). It aims to see if the combination works better than standard treatment alone.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06978088RecruitingPhase 2
A study of LP-168 and obinutuzumab for CLL/SLL
This trial tests a new combination of two drugs, LP-168 and obinutuzumab, for people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) whose disease has come back or not responded to previous treatments. It may be an option if you have already tried certain therapies, including a BTK inhibitor or a BCL2 inhibitor.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06943872RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing new treatments for relapsed CLL or SLL
This study tests a combination of sonrotoclax plus obinutuzumab or rituximab versus the current standard venetoclax plus rituximab for people whose CLL or SLL has come back or not responded to previous treatment. The goal is to see which approach helps keep the cancer from growing longer.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06916767RecruitingPhase 1
Study of BAFF CAR-T cells for CLL or SLL
This trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy (BAFF CAR-T cells) for people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) that has come back or not responded after at least two prior treatments, including a BTK inhibitor and a BCL2 inhibitor. The goal is to see if these engineered cells can fight the cancer.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06876649RecruitingPhase 4
Long-term safety study of Pirtobrutinib
This trial is for people who are already in a Lilly study taking pirtobrutinib. It looks at the long-term safety of the drug by continuing to monitor you.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06876662RecruitingPhase 4
Continuing pirtobrutinib for CLL and lymphoma patients
This trial continues to give pirtobrutinib to people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia or certain other lymphomas who were already in a previous study with this drug. It helps researchers keep track of long-term safety and how well the drug works over time.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06863259RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a drug combo for relapsed B-cell leukemia
This trial tests a combination of three drugs (Inotuzumab Ozogamicin, Venetoclax, and Dexamethasone) for children and young adults whose B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) has come back after treatment. It may help those whose leukemia has not responded to standard therapy or who have relapsed after a stem cell transplant or CAR-T therapy.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 1–39 - NCT06708897RecruitingPhase 1
Study of lonitoclax for returning B-cell blood cancers
This trial tests a new drug, lonitoclax, in people with certain B-cell blood cancers that have come back or not responded to earlier treatments. It aims to see if the drug can help control the disease.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06707493RecruitingPhase 2
Ivosidenib after stem cell transplant for IDH1-mutated AML
This study tests whether a daily pill called ivosidenib can help prevent AML from coming back after a stem cell transplant. It is for people whose AML has a specific IDH1 gene change and who are planning to have a transplant.
Columbus, OhioAges 18–75
Leukemia trials by city in Ohio
Where these studies are running in Ohio
Institutions with a site for the recruiting leukemia studies listed above.
- The Ohio State University · 10 studies
- University of Cincinnati · 4 studies
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center · 3 studies
- Cleveland Clinic Foundation · 3 studies
- Oncology Hematology Care · 3 studies
- Children's Hospital Medical Center of Akron · 2 studies
- Cleveland Clinic Main Campus · 2 studies
- Nationwide Children's Hospital · 2 studies
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 Ohio?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 149 recruiting leukemia studies with a site in Ohio, 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 Ohio?
- 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 Ohio to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Ohio, 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 Ohio 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.