Clinical trials · Houston, TX
Phase 2 clinical trials in Houston
We’re tracking 66 recruiting phase 2 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
- NCT07133425RecruitingPhase 2
Study of a new immune drug for resistant lung cancer
This trial tests a new drug (SAR445877) for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer whose cancer continued to grow despite immunotherapy. It aims to see if this treatment can help when other options have stopped working.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07215273RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new antifungal for mold infections in immunocompromised people
This study tests a new antifungal drug (EL219) compared to two standard treatments (liposomal amphotericin B or voriconazole) for people with weakened immune systems who have a suspected or confirmed mold infection. The goal is to see if the new drug works as well or better at treating the infection.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06226883RecruitingPhase 2
Testing MORF-057 for moderate to severe Crohn's disease
This study tests an oral medicine called MORF-057 for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease. It aims to see if the drug can reduce inflammation and improve symptoms for those who haven't had success with other treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 18–85 - NCT07649070RecruitingPhase 2
Virus therapy and low-dose radiation for children with aggressive brain cancer
This trial tests whether a special herpes virus (G207) combined with low-dose radiation can help children with high-grade brain tumors (gliomas). The virus is injected into the tumor to attack the cancer cells while radiation helps boost the effect.
Houston, TexasAges 3–21 - NCT06695845RecruitingPhase 2
Study of zanidatamab for HER2-positive solid tumors
This trial tests a drug called zanidatamab in people with advanced solid tumors that have high levels of HER2 protein (called HER2-positive). It aims to see if zanidatamab can shrink or slow the growth of these tumors.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07644559RecruitingPhase 2
Study of VS-7375 with cetuximab for advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a new drug combination for people with a specific KRAS mutation in pancreatic cancer. It aims to see if the treatment can shrink tumors or slow the disease.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07102381RecruitingPhase 2
Zanidatamab plus chemo before surgery for HER2+ breast cancer
This trial tests a new drug called zanidatamab combined with chemotherapy to shrink HER2-positive breast cancer before surgery. It may help improve treatment outcomes for people with stage 2 or 3 breast cancer that has not spread.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06680830RecruitingPhase 2
Testing NEU-411 for early Parkinson's with LRRK2 gene change
This trial tests an experimental drug called NEU-411 for people with early Parkinson's disease who have a specific genetic change (LRRK2). It aims to see if the drug can slow the disease progression.
Houston, TexasAges 40–80 - NCT07257055RecruitingPhase 2
New drug combo for aggressive mantle cell lymphoma
This trial tests a two-step treatment for people with a fast-growing form of mantle cell lymphoma (MCL). First, you take a daily pill (BTKi) plus an infusion (rituximab), then a newer targeted therapy (glofitamab) to try to make the response last. The goal is to shrink the cancer and keep it away.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06811233RecruitingPhase 2
Metal detox during AML treatment
This trial tests whether monitoring and rebalancing metals in the body can help improve treatment for adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or related conditions. It's for patients who are getting their first or second round of therapy and aren't yet in remission.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06561074RecruitingPhase 2
Study of calaspargase, decitabine, and venetoclax for young T-cell cancer
This trial tests a combination of three drugs (calaspargase, decitabine, and venetoclax) for children, teens, and young adults with T-cell leukemia or lymphoma that has come back or not responded to treatment. The goal is to see if this combination can help destroy cancer cells.
Houston, TexasAges 1 month–21 years - NCT07867080RecruitingPhase 3
Gene therapy injection for diabetic macular edema
This trial tests a one-time gene therapy injection into the eye for adults with diabetic macular edema (DME), a condition where fluid builds up in the retina and blurs vision. The goal is to reduce the need for frequent eye injections and help maintain vision over time.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07193550RecruitingPhase 2
Testing Zanzalintinib for Advanced Bone Sarcomas
This trial tests a new drug called zanzalintinib for people with advanced or metastatic bone sarcomas that have not responded to standard treatments. It aims to see if the drug can help shrink or slow the growth of these tumors.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06563505RecruitingPhase 2
Study of mosunetuzumab plus zanubrutinib for relapsed marginal zone lymphoma
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (mosunetuzumab and zanubrutinib) for people with marginal zone lymphoma that has come back or stopped responding to prior treatment. The goal is to see if this combination can help control the lymphoma.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07619118RecruitingPhase 3
Laroprovstat and rosuvastatin vs. rosuvastatin for high cholesterol
This trial tests whether adding a new medicine, laroprovstat, to a standard cholesterol drug (rosuvastatin) is better at lowering bad cholesterol than the standard drug alone. It might help people who are at high risk for heart disease or stroke.
Houston, TexasAges 18–130 - NCT07283731RecruitingPhase 2
Testing zanzalintinib plus pembrolizumab for certain sarcomas
This trial is looking at whether a new combination of two drugs, zanzalintinib and pembrolizumab, can help people with certain types of advanced soft-tissue sarcoma that have not responded to other treatments. It aims to find out if the combination is safe and effective.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07659795RecruitingPhase 2
Study of VS-7375 for KRAS G12D colorectal cancer
This trial tests a new targeted pill, VS-7375, for people with a specific type of advanced colorectal cancer called KRAS G12D. It's for those who either haven't had treatment yet or whose cancer has worsened after prior therapy.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07283705RecruitingPhase 2
Study of BMS-986504 for MTAP-deleted pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a new drug, BMS-986504, in people with pancreatic cancer that has a specific genetic change called MTAP deletion. The study aims to see if this drug can help shrink or control the tumor.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06789913RecruitingPhase 2
Testing RLY-2608 for growth disorders linked to PIK3CA mutations
This trial tests a new medicine, RLY-2608, that targets the specific genetic change (PIK3CA mutation) causing overgrowth conditions. It aims to see if the drug can slow or stop the growth of affected tissues.
Houston, TexasAges 2 years+ - NCT07659782RecruitingPhase 2
Study of VS-7375 for KRAS G12D lung cancer
This trial tests a new drug, VS-7375, for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific genetic change called KRAS G12D. It's for those who have already tried chemo and immunotherapy, and whose cancer has continued to grow.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06858735RecruitingPhase 2
HYPERION CCA: a Phase 2 Trial of Systemic Therapy With or Without Liver-directed Radiation Therapy for Patients With Advanced Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma
Phase 2 trial evaluating systemic therapy ± liver-directed RT for advanced intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, with broad eligibility for patients who have received at least 4 cycles of gem/cis/durvalumab.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06930651RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Engineered NK cell therapy for relapsed blood cancers
This trial tests a new immune cell therapy (engineered NK cells) for people with certain blood cancers like AML, MDS, or CMML that have not responded to standard treatments. The therapy aims to help your immune system attack cancer cells, and is given after a short course of chemotherapy.
Houston, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT07072234RecruitingPhase 1
CAR NK cell therapy for advanced clear cell kidney cancer
This trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy (CAR NK cells) that targets a protein called CD70 on kidney cancer cells. It's for people with advanced clear cell kidney cancer that hasn't responded to standard treatments.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07113522RecruitingPhase 2
Study of new therapies for Crohn's and colitis
This trial tests new therapies for people with moderate to severe Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. It may help if your standard treatments aren't working well enough.
Houston, TexasAges 18–80
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Where these studies are running near Houston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting phase 2 studies listed above.
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · 17 studies
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston · 2 studies
- Baylor College of Medicine
- Mirador Therapeutics Selected Site
- Research Site
- Retina Consultants of Texas
- Texas Children's Hospital
- Texas Oncology
What taking part in a phase 2 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 phase 2 studies in Texas.
Common questions
- Are there phase 2 clinical trials near Houston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 66 recruiting phase 2 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 phase 2 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 phase 2 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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