4 Pediatric Cancer Clinical Trials in Houston, TX (2026)

Q: How do I join a clinical trial in Houston?

Browse available studies, click one that interests you, and complete the free eligibility form. A study coordinator at the Houston research site will contact you.

Recruiting Pediatric Cancer Studies in Houston

NCT04511806Recruiting

Childhood Cancer Predisposition Study (CCPS)

The Childhood Cancer Predisposition Study (CCPS) is a multi-center, longitudinal, observational study that will collect clinical and biological data and specimens from children with a cancer predispos...

Houston, TX1,050 participantsEmory University

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NCT05294302Recruiting

Testing eSCCIP: An eHealth Psychosocial Intervention for English and Spanish Speaking Parents of Children With Cancer

It is critical to provide accessible evidence-based psychosocial support to parents and caregivers of children with cancer (PCCC) in order to mitigate individual and family-level psychosocial risks. T...

Houston, TX350 participantsNemours Children's Clinic

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NCT03294954Recruiting

GD2 Specific CAR and Interleukin-15 Expressing Autologous NKT Cells to Treat Children With Neuroblastoma

This research study combines two different ways of fighting cancer: antibodies and Natural Killer T cells (NKT). Antibodies are types of proteins that protect the body from infectious diseases and pos...

Houston, TX70 participantsBaylor College of Medicine

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NCT04796012Recruiting

VITAS: Atezolizumab in Combination With Chemotherapy for Pediatric Relapsed/Refractory Solid Tumors

This trial is a multi-center, non-randomized, open-label Phase I/II study evaluating the feasibility and efficacy of vincristine, irinotecan, temozolomide, and atezolizumab in children with relapsed/r...

Houston, TX23 participantsUniversity of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

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About Pediatric Cancer Clinical Trials in Houston

Pediatric cancers include a wide range of cancers occurring in children and adolescents, with leukemia, brain tumors, and lymphoma being most common. Overall cure rates have improved dramatically to about 80%. Treatment includes chemotherapy, surgery, radiation, and newer immunotherapies.

There are currently 4 pediatric cancer clinical trials recruiting participants in Houston, TX. These studies are seeking a combined 1,493 participants. Research is being sponsored by Emory University, Nemours Children's Clinic, Baylor College of Medicine and 1 other organizations. Clinical trial participation is free and participants receive study-related medical care at no cost.

Pediatric Cancer Clinical Trials in Houston — FAQ

Are there pediatric cancer clinical trials in Houston?

Yes, there are 4 pediatric cancer clinical trials currently recruiting in Houston, TX. Browse the studies on this page to find one that fits.

How do I join a clinical trial in Houston?

Browse the studies listed above, click one that interests you, and complete the free eligibility form. A study coordinator at the Houston research site will contact you about next steps.

Are clinical trials in Houston free?

Yes, clinical trial participation is always free. Study-related treatment, medical tests, and doctor visits are provided at no cost. Many Houston studies also compensate for your time and travel.

What pediatric cancer treatments are being tested?

The 4 active trials in Houston are testing new therapies including novel drugs, biologics, and treatment approaches for pediatric cancer.

Data updated July 13, 2026 from ClinicalTrials.gov