Clinical trials · Texas
Leukemia clinical trials in Texas
We’re tracking 218 recruiting leukemia studies with a site in Texas — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Texas
- NCT07022678RecruitingPhase 3
Xylitol dental wipes to reduce infection risk in childhood leukemia
This trial tests whether using xylitol dental wipes can lower the risk of bloodstream infections in children with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) who are receiving chemotherapy. If you or your child have AML and will have at least two cycles of chemo that include cytarabine, this study may help reduce infection risk.
Austin, TexasAges 1–25 - NCT06846606RecruitingPhase 1
Study of AUTX-703 for advanced blood cancers
This trial tests an experimental drug, AUTX-703, for people with certain blood cancers (AML or MDS) that have returned or not improved after other treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and helps control the disease.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06834282RecruitingPhase 1
A study of CER-1236 for certain blood cancers
This trial tests an experimental cell therapy called CER-1236 for people with acute myeloid leukemia, myelodysplastic syndrome, or myelofibrosis. It aims to see if it can help treat these cancers.
Houston, TexasAges 18–85 - NCT06824168RecruitingPhase 2
Quizartinib maintenance for FLT3-ITD AML in remission
This trial tests two different doses of an oral targeted pill called quizartinib (a FLT3 inhibitor) to keep AML with a FLT3-ITD mutation in remission after initial chemo. If you are in first complete remission and haven't had a transplant, this might be an option to lower the chance of relapse.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT03850574RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Tuspetinib for relapsed or hard-to-treat AML
This early-phase study tests tuspetinib in people with AML that has come back or did not respond to treatment. The goal is to learn whether it is safe and tolerable, how the drug behaves in the body, and whether it shows signs of benefit.
Huston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06533579RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Gene therapy for CD19-positive blood cancers
This trial tests a new gene therapy treatment for people with certain types of leukemia or lymphoma that have the CD19 marker and have not responded to other treatments. The therapy uses a virus to deliver a gene to target and kill cancer cells.
Houston, TexasAges 13–90 - NCT06345027RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T cell therapy targeting CD70 for leukemia
This trial tests a new treatment made from your own immune cells, called CAR T cells, that are designed to find and attack leukemia cells with a specific marker called CD70. It may be an option if your leukemia has come back or not responded to standard treatments and you might be able to receive a stem cell transplant if this treatment helps.
Houston, TexasAges Up to 75 years - NCT06317662RecruitingPhase 2
Adding venetoclax and blinatumomab to chemo for infant leukemia
This trial tests adding two newer medicines (venetoclax and blinatumomab) to standard chemotherapy for infants with a specific type of leukemia. The goal is to see if this combination helps more babies stay cancer-free.
Austin, TexasAges Up to 12 months - 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 - NCT05849662RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Trametinib plus azacitidine for newly diagnosed JMML
This trial studies whether trametinib and azacitidine can control juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia (JMML) soon after diagnosis. It’s designed to test safety and how well the treatment works in children and young adults who meet specific leukemia and genetic criteria.
Dallas, TexasAges 1 month–21 years - NCT05768932RecruitingPhase 1
Study drug for advanced cancers or relapsed AML
This Phase 1 trial tests BAL0891, a new study treatment, in people with advanced solid tumors that have run out of treatment options, or in relapsed/refractory acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The goal is to find a safe dose and see how well it may work in these hard-to-treat cancers.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT05475925RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Test drug DR-01 for specific blood cancer types
This early-phase study tests DR-01 to treat large granular lymphocytic leukemia (LGLL) or certain aggressive T-cell or cytotoxic lymphomas. It aims to see whether the drug is safe and can shrink or control the cancer.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05304377RecruitingPhase 1
Early trial drug for chronic-phase CML after prior treatments
This Phase 1 study tests ELVN-001 in people with chronic-phase chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) who have had limited benefit or side effects from other CML medicines. It may help shrink leukemia activity safely and find the best dosing for people who still need treatment options.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04988555RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of an investigational drug for high-risk acute leukemia
This Phase 1/2 study tests enzomenib (DSP-5336) in people with relapsed or hard-to-treat acute leukemia (and, in some places, certain other blood cancers). The goal is to see how the drug works and how safe it is, especially for leukemia cases with specific genetic changes (KMT2A/MLL or NPM1).
Houston, TexasAges 12 years+ - NCT04269902RecruitingPhase 3
Early treatment check for high-risk CLL/SLL
This Phase 3 trial studies an early treatment approach for people with high-risk CLL or SLL who have not yet needed standard therapy. It aims to see if treating earlier can improve outcomes while keeping side effects manageable.
Bryan, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04169737RecruitingPhase 2
Acalabrutinib and venetoclax for high-risk CLL or SLL
This trial tests whether acalabrutinib and venetoclax (with or without early obinutuzumab) can control chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL). It is mainly for people whose disease is high-risk, has come back, or did not respond to earlier treatment.
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 - NCT03666000RecruitingPhase 1
Azer-cel for B-cell lymphoma and leukemia that has returned
This trial tests an investigational cell therapy called Azer-cel for people with certain types of blood cancer (non-Hodgkin lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia/small lymphocytic lymphoma, or B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia) that has come back or not responded to previous treatments. The therapy uses your own immune cells that have been modified to find and attack cancer cells.
Dallas, 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+ - NCT03471260RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Ivosidenib and venetoclax for IDH1-mutated leukemia or MDS
This Phase 1/2 study tests whether the medicines ivosidenib and venetoclax (with or without azacitidine) can help people with certain “IDH1-mutated” blood cancers like AML or high-risk MDS. It’s meant for patients whose disease has come back, doesn’t respond, or who can’t safely get standard chemotherapy.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT00412594RecruitingPhase 2
Cladribine plus rituximab for hairy cell leukemia
This trial tests whether a combination of two medicines—cladribine and rituximab—can treat hairy cell leukemia. You might be able to join if your leukemia is confirmed and you meet timing, blood test, and health requirements.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05745285Recruiting
LLS care support program for blood cancer patients
This study looks at whether LLS services and support improve outcomes and the day-to-day experience of care for people with leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, MDS, or MPN. It’s mainly about matching you to the right support and following your progress for 6 months.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18 years+
Leukemia trials by city in Texas
Where these studies are running in Texas
Institutions with a site for the recruiting leukemia studies listed above.
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · 14 studies
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center · 4 studies
- Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas · 3 studies
- Baylor College of Medicine · 2 studies
- Baylor University Medical Center · 2 studies
- Cook Children's Medical Center · 2 studies
- Driscoll Children's Hospital · 2 studies
- MD Anderson Cancer Center · 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 Texas?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 218 recruiting leukemia studies with a site in Texas, 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 Texas?
- 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 Texas to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Texas, 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 Texas 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.