Condition
Myelodysplastic Syndromes clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 120 Myelodysplastic Syndromes clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 38 countries (most in United States (73), China (17), France (16)). By phase: Phase 2 (35), Phase 1 (27), Phase 1/2 (16), Early Phase 1 (3). The most active sponsors are Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (6), Washington University School of Medicine (4), Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota (4). There are also 21 NIH-funded research projects on Myelodysplastic Syndromes, with $6.5 million in listed awards. Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 120Clinical trials
- 21NIH research projects
- 38Countries
Newest Myelodysplastic Syndromes clinical trials
All recruiting trials (120)
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Age-stratified conditioning regimens to improve outcomes in haploidentical stem cell transplant for myelodysplastic syndrome
This study tests two conditioning regimens in adults with MDS undergoing haploidentical stem cell transplant to see how age affects outcomes over one year.
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FXS0683 in relapsed or refractory blood cancers
This first‑in‑human study tests FXS0683 in adults with relapsed or refractory B‑cell lymphoma, AML, MDS, or ALL to see if it is safe, how the drug behaves in the body, and whether it shows any antitumor activity.
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Brain network changes in adults with anemia measured by fNIRS
This project will use functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) to see if brain network connections are altered in adults aged 18–65 who have anemia.
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Cord blood transplant for children and young adults with blood cancers.
This study will test whether a cord blood transplant given as a first or second transplant can help children and young adults with leukemia, myelodysplasia, or lymphoma who lack a matched donor.
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Reduced-intensity donor stem cell transplant with treosulfan/fludarabine and post-transplant cyclophosphamide for leukemia and MDS
This trial tests a lower-intensity donor stem cell transplant using treosulfan plus fludarabine with post-transplant cyclophosphamide to try to reduce toxicity and prevent graft-versus-host disease in people aged 2–75 with acute leukemias or myelodysplastic syndromes.
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Electronic mindfulness-based music therapy for patients receiving stem cell transplantation
This trial tests an eHealth mindfulness-based music therapy to see if it improves quality of life and reduces symptoms for adults undergoing stem cell transplantation.
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TAK-226 for anemia in lower-risk MDS in Japanese patients
This trial tests TAK-226 to see if it improves transfusion-dependent anemia in Japanese adults with lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes.
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Early Tacrolimus Taper After Allogeneic Transplant
This study tests whether stopping tacrolimus early after an allogeneic stem cell transplant is safe and feasible for people with AML, MDS, MF, CML, CMML, or GVHD risk after transplant.
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CD33-armed immune cell treatment for adults with MRD-positive AML or MDS
This treatment will try giving adults with MRD-positive AML or MDS infusions of their own T cells coated with a CD33-directed bispecific antibody together with standard hypomethylating therapy (and possibly venetoclax) to see if it is safe and lowers residual disease.
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Venetoclax-based therapy plus microtransplant for intermediate- or higher-risk MDS
This trial tests whether adding HLA-mismatched donor G-CSF–mobilized blood-cell infusions to venetoclax combined with a hypomethylating agent can help adults with intermediate- or higher-risk myelodysplastic syndromes who are not candidates for stem-cell transplant.
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Orca-T after reduced-intensity or nonmyeloablative conditioning for adults with AML or MDS
This trial will test whether Orca-T, a donor-derived stem cell and T-cell therapy, is safe and helps adults with acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome who are receiving reduced-intensity or nonmyeloablative allogeneic stem cell transplants.
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Venetoclax-enhanced BUCY versus standard BUCY conditioning for high‑risk AML and MDS before allogeneic stem cell transplant
This will test whether adding venetoclax to BUCY conditioning before allogeneic stem cell transplant helps patients aged 12–60 with high‑risk AML or MDS stay in remission longer.
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Blood transfusions at home
This pilot tests whether giving required blood transfusions at home works well and is acceptable for adults with transfusion-dependent blood cancers or bone marrow failure who receive care at SKCCC.
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Momelotinib plus azacitidine for chronic-phase MDS/MPN and chronic neutrophilic leukemia
This trial will test whether adding momelotinib to a standard hypomethylating drug helps adults with chronic-phase MDS/MPN or chronic neutrophilic leukemia control their disease and symptoms.
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Adding decitabine and venetoclax to fludarabine/melphalan reduced‑intensity transplant for myeloid cancers
This study tests whether giving decitabine and venetoclax around a reduced‑intensity allogeneic transplant is safe for adults with high‑risk acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndromes.
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Individuals and families with DDX41 or similar inherited blood cancer risk variants
We will follow people and their family members who have DDX41 or other inherited blood cancer risk variants to see how often and when they develop MDS or AML and related health changes.
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Global Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome Patient Survey and Collaboration Platform
An online program for people with Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome and their families to share health experiences, join a global community, and receive early information about research and clinical opportunities.
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Improving outcomes for stem cell transplant patients using an intervention website
This study is testing if a special website can help adults with blood cancer feel better and improve their quality of life after a stem cell transplant compared to a regular educational website.
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Registry for patients with myelodysplastic syndromes and therapy-related acute myeloid leukemia
This study is collecting health information from adults with myelodysplastic syndromes and therapy-related acute myeloid leukemia to better understand these conditions and improve patient care.
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Leflunomide plus decitabine for relapsed or refractory myelodysplastic syndromes
This study will test whether adding the oral drug leflunomide to IV decitabine is safe and tolerable for adults with relapsed or refractory MDS who have already received a hypomethylating agent.
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Immediate versus bridging allogeneic stem cell transplantation for higher-risk myelodysplastic syndrome
This trial tries to see if getting an allogeneic stem cell transplant right away or after short bridging therapy works better for adults with higher-risk myelodysplastic syndrome.
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Combining an unmodified family (haplo‑identical) donor graft with cord blood for transplant
This trial will test whether giving an unmodified haplo‑identical donor graft followed by a cord blood graft with post‑transplant cyclophosphamide helps people with high‑risk AML, ALL, or MDS stay free of disease.
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Momelotinib for adults with low‑risk myelodysplastic syndrome
This trial will test if momelotinib can reduce red blood cell transfusion needs and is safe in adults with low‑risk myelodysplastic syndrome who are refractory or intolerant to prior ESA or luspatercept.
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Intensity-modulated total marrow irradiation for high-risk blood cancers
This study is testing a new type of radiation treatment combined with standard chemotherapy to see if it helps people with high-risk blood cancers feel better after receiving stem cell transplants.
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Using Tranexamic Acid to Prevent Bleeding in Blood Cancer Patients
This study is testing if tranexamic acid can help prevent bleeding in patients with blood cancers like myelodysplastic syndromes and acute myeloid leukemia.
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GTB-3650 treatment for high-risk myeloid malignancies
This study is testing a new treatment called GTB-3650 to see if it can help adults with tough-to-treat blood cancers like acute myeloid leukemia feel better and respond to therapy.
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Evaluating stem cells in myelodysplastic syndromes using advanced flow cytometry
This study is trying to see if certain stem cells can help predict how well patients with myelodysplastic syndromes will do after they receive a stem cell transplant.
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Evaluating olutasidenib for patients with specific blood disorders
This study is testing if a new drug called olutasidenib can help people with certain blood disorders feel better and improve their health.
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Orca-T with myeloablative allogeneic stem cell transplant for advanced leukemias and MDS
This Phase I study tests whether giving Orca-T alongside standard dual‑agent graft‑versus‑host disease prevention is safe in adults (18–70) receiving a myeloablative allogeneic stem cell transplant for acute leukemias or myelodysplastic syndromes.
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Combining PD-1 inhibitor with venetoclax for treating tough cases of leukemia and myelodysplastic syndromes
This study is testing a new treatment that combines three drugs to see if it can help people with tough cases of leukemia and myelodysplastic syndromes who haven't responded to other treatments.
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Using Sorafenib to Prevent Relapse After Stem Cell Transplantation
This study is testing if the drug sorafenib can help prevent relapse in patients with high-risk blood cancers after they receive a stem cell transplant.
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Using interferon-γ and donor cells to treat relapsed leukemia after stem cell transplant
This study is testing if a combination of interferon-γ and donor cells can help people with relapsed leukemia after a stem cell transplant feel better and improve their chances of recovery.
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Vitamin A and D supplementation for patients undergoing allogeneic hematopoietic transplantation
This study is testing if giving high doses of vitamins A and D before a stem cell transplant can help patients with certain blood cancers have fewer complications like infections and graft-versus-host disease.
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Combining iadademstat with azacitidine for treating myelodysplastic syndrome
This study is testing a new combination of two drugs, iadademstat and azacitidine, to find the best dose for treating adults with myelodysplastic syndrome.
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Testing BH-30236 for relapsed or refractory acute myelogenous leukemia and higher-risk myelodysplastic syndrome
This study is testing a new drug called BH-30236 to see if it can help adults with relapsed or hard-to-treat acute myelogenous leukemia or higher-risk myelodysplastic syndrome.
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Evaluating Elritercept for Anemia in Adults with Myelodysplastic Syndromes
This study is testing if a new treatment called elritercept can help adults with myelodysplastic syndromes who have anemia feel better and need fewer blood transfusions.
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Home blood transfusions for people with advanced blood cancers in hospice
The study will test whether offering home blood transfusions to adults with advanced or relapsed blood cancers who are eligible for hospice helps improve quality of life, mood, and end-of-life care.
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Comparing two conditioning regimens for haploidentical stem cell transplantation
This study is testing two different treatment plans for patients getting stem cell transplants from partially matched donors to see which one works better in preventing complications like graft failure and relapse.
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Evaluating MNV-201 for patients with low risk myelodysplastic syndromes
This study is testing a new treatment called MNV-201 to see if it can help people with low risk myelodysplastic syndromes make more blood cells and rely less on blood transfusions.
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Preventing GvHD in patients with blood cancers undergoing stem cell transplants
This study is testing a new treatment called TRX-103 to see if it can help prevent graft-versus-host disease in people with blood cancers who are getting stem cell transplants from mismatched donors.
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Evaluating plasma cytokines in patients with certain blood cancers treated with non-intensive chemotherapy
This study is trying to see if measuring certain proteins in the blood can help predict how well patients with specific blood cancers do when they receive two different types of chemotherapy.
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Improving diagnosis and treatment of Myelodysplastic Syndromes in Spain
This study is trying to improve how doctors diagnose and treat Myelodysplastic Syndromes in Spain by using new techniques to find genetic changes in patients.
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Evaluating GLB-001 for patients with myeloid malignancies
This study is testing a new oral treatment called GLB-001 to see if it is safe and effective for people with certain types of blood cancers that have come back or didn't respond to other treatments.
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Two-step ATG to prevent GVHD after myeloablative allogeneic stem cell transplant
This study tests whether a two-step dosing of rabbit ATG added to tacrolimus and low-dose methotrexate can help prevent severe acute and chronic GVHD in adults 18–60 receiving myeloablative allogeneic peripheral blood stem cell transplants for leukemia, MDS, or myeloproliferative disorders.
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AND017 for anemia in lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes
This trial will try AND017 to see if it improves anemia in people with lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes who are non-transfusion-dependent or have a low transfusion burden.
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Pacritinib for adults and adolescents (12+) with myelodysplastic syndromes or MDS/MPN
This study will try the oral medicine pacritinib in people aged 12 and older with MDS or MDS/MPN to see if it helps their disease.
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Using post-transplant cyclophosphamide and ATG for blood cancer transplants
This study is testing whether using post-transplant cyclophosphamide and ATG can help prevent graft-versus-host disease in patients with blood cancers who are getting stem cell transplants.
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Investigating REM-422 for patients with higher risk MDS or relapsed AML
This study is testing a new oral medication called REM-422 to see if it can help people with higher risk myelodysplastic syndromes or relapsed acute myeloid leukemia feel better and fight their cancer.
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OURA ring wearable monitoring for adults with myelodysplastic syndromes
This pilot will test whether adults with MDS can wear an OURA ring regularly and upload biometric data so clinicians can link those measurements with quality of life and transfusion status.
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Evaluating TGRX-814 in patients with blood cancers
This study is testing a new drug called TGRX-814 to see if it is safe and effective for people with blood cancers like lymphoma and leukemia.
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Testing GLB-001 for patients with relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndromes
This study is testing a new oral treatment called GLB-001 to see if it can help people with relapsed or hard-to-treat acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndromes.
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CIML NK cell therapy to prevent relapse after stem cell transplant
This study is testing if a new type of immune cell therapy can help prevent relapse in people with certain blood cancers after they receive a stem cell transplant.
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Using interferon-α to prevent relapse in myeloid malignancies after stem cell transplantation
This study is testing if a treatment called interferon-α can help prevent relapse in patients with acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome who have a specific gene mutation and are in remission after a stem cell transplant.
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Infusion of selected stem cells to improve graft function in blood cancer patients
This study is testing if infusing special stem cells can help blood cancer patients who have had problems with their stem cell transplant feel better and avoid complications.
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Comparing conditioning regimens for patients with acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndromes
This study is testing two different treatment plans for adults with acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndromes to see which one helps prevent the disease from coming back after a stem cell transplant.
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Treatment for relapsed or refractory MDS and AML using Danvatirsen and Venetoclax
This study is testing a new treatment using Danvatirsen alone and then with Venetoclax to see if it can help people with relapsed or hard-to-treat myelodysplastic syndromes or acute myeloid leukemia.
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Evaluation of diagnosis and treatment for autoimmune cytopenias
This study is trying to understand how autoimmune cytopenias are diagnosed and treated, looking at different tests and treatments to see what works best for patients.
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Treatment of anemia in patients with myelodysplastic syndromes using Luspatercept
This study is testing if Luspatercept can help people with myelodysplastic syndromes and anemia, who haven't responded to other treatments, feel better and reduce their need for blood transfusions.
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Investigating ferroptosis in patients with SF3B1-mutant myelodysplastic syndromes
This study is trying to see how a specific type of cell death related to iron buildup affects people with a certain genetic mutation in myelodysplastic syndromes.
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Evaluating Haplo-HSCT for Elderly Patients with Acute Leukemia or Myelodysplastic Syndrome
This study is testing a gentler stem cell transplant method for older patients with acute leukemia or myelodysplastic syndromes who don't have a matched donor, to see if it helps them live longer and stay healthier after the procedure.
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Telehealth program for advance care planning in older adults with myeloid malignancies
This study tests if a telehealth program that helps older adults with blood cancers talk about their serious illness and make healthcare plans can reduce their anxiety and improve communication with doctors.
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Using Venetoclax with FLAMSA and Treosulfan for Blood Stem Cell Transplantation in Certain Blood Cancers
This study is testing if a new combination of medications can make blood stem cell transplants safer and more effective for people with certain serious blood cancers.
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Stem cell transplant using a specific preparative regimen for blood cancers
This study is testing a new way to prepare for a stem cell transplant using a special combination of medications and radiation to see if it helps people with acute leukemia who are in remission.
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Depleting specific immune cells in stem cell transplants for blood cancers
This study is testing if removing certain immune cells during stem cell transplants can help children and young adults with blood cancers have better outcomes and fewer complications.
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Using personalized MRD to guide treatment after stem cell transplant for MDS patients
This study is testing if giving personalized treatments like Azacitidine or donor lymphocytes can help prevent relapse in people with myelodysplastic syndromes after they’ve had a stem cell transplant.
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Impact of Leukemia and Lymphoma Society services on blood cancer patients
This study is testing how the services provided by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society can help people with blood cancers feel better and manage their care over six months.
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Testing CTX-712 for patients with relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia and higher risk myelodysplastic syndromes
This study is testing a new treatment called CTX-712 to see if it can help patients with relapsed or hard-to-treat acute myeloid leukemia and higher risk myelodysplastic syndromes.
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Assessing the safety and effectiveness of LP-108 with azacitidine for blood cancers
This study is testing a new combination of LP-108 and azacitidine to see if it helps people with blood cancers like acute myeloid leukemia, myelodysplastic syndromes, or chronic myelomonocytic leukemia feel better and stay safe during treatment.
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Combining new treatments for high-risk blood cancers
This study is testing a new combination of two treatments for people with high-risk blood cancers to see if it is safe and effective in improving their condition.
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Evaluating ABD-3001 for patients with difficult-to-treat blood cancers
This study is testing a new treatment called ABD-3001 to see if it can help adults with hard-to-treat blood cancers like Acute Myeloid Leukemia and high-risk Myelodysplastic Syndromes feel better and stay safe during the process.
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Collecting samples from healthy volunteers for analysis of blood disorders
This study is trying to collect samples from healthy volunteers to help researchers learn more about blood disorders like myelodysplastic syndromes and their progression to leukemia.
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Using umbilical cord blood stem cells with azacitidine for advanced blood cancers
This study is testing whether using umbilical cord blood stem cells along with a medication called azacitidine can help people with advanced blood cancers who can't have traditional stem cell transplants.
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Using statins to treat patients with clonal cytopenia and myelodysplastic syndromes
This study is testing whether the cholesterol-lowering drugs atorvastatin and rosuvastatin can help people with clonal cytopenia and lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes feel better and slow down their disease.
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Improving end-of-life care for patients with hematological diseases
This study is trying a new way to improve end-of-life care for patients with blood cancers by helping them and their families have better conversations with doctors about treatment options and quality of life.
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Using whole genome sequencing to improve diagnosis in myelodysplastic syndromes
This study is testing if a new genetic testing method can help doctors diagnose myelodysplastic syndromes better than the usual methods.
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Luspatercept for treating anemia in low-risk myelodysplastic syndromes
This study is testing if Luspatercept can help people with low-risk myelodysplastic syndromes who have anemia feel better without needing blood transfusions.
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Combination treatment for higher-risk myelodysplastic syndromes and chronic myelomonocytic leukemia
This study is testing a new combination of four medications to see if it can help people with higher-risk myelodysplastic syndromes and chronic myelomonocytic leukemia live longer and respond better to treatment.
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Evaluation of Myelodysplastic Syndromes in Adults and Children
This study is trying to learn more about myelodysplastic syndromes by collecting health information and samples from both patients with the condition and healthy volunteers.
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Combining Venetoclax with chemotherapy for treating acute myeloid leukemia and advanced MDS
This study is testing if combining the drug Venetoclax with chemotherapy can help adults with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia and advanced myelodysplastic syndromes feel better and live longer.
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Evaluating DISC-0974 for treating anemia in myelofibrosis patients
This study tests if a new treatment called DISC-0974 can help people with myelofibrosis who have anemia feel better and improve their condition.
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Exercise and NAD+ Supplementation for Young Cancer Survivors
This study is testing if combining exercise with a supplement called nicotinamide riboside can help young cancer survivors improve their muscle strength and fitness.
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Low dose decitabine and venetoclax for treating myeloid cancers
This study is testing a new lower-dose treatment combining decitabine and venetoclax for patients with myeloid cancers who can't handle the usual medications to see if it's easier for them to tolerate.
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Combining Luspatercept with ESA for Low-Risk Myelodysplastic Syndromes
This study is testing if combining a new drug called luspatercept with existing treatments can help people with low-risk myelodysplastic syndromes who haven't responded to current therapies.
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Testing Enzomenib for patients with relapsed or refractory acute leukemia
This study is testing a new drug called Enzomenib to see if it can help adults with relapsed or hard-to-treat acute leukemia feel better.
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Using whole genome sequencing to improve diagnosis in blood cancers
This study is testing if a new genetic testing method can help doctors diagnose blood cancers like acute myeloid leukemia and myelodysplastic syndromes more accurately.
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Genomic profiling of blood and bone marrow samples from children and young adults with blood cancers
This study is testing how analyzing the genes in blood and bone marrow samples from kids and young adults with blood cancers can help doctors make better treatment decisions.
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Evaluating a new oral cancer treatment for patients with liver issues
This study is testing a new oral cancer treatment for patients with liver problems to see if it is safe and effective for those who can't use standard therapies.
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Evaluating a new oral cancer treatment for patients with kidney issues
This study is testing a new oral cancer treatment for adults with kidney issues to see if it is safe and effective for those with certain types of cancer.
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Fecal Microbiota Transplantation to Prevent Complications After Stem Cell Transplantation
This study is testing whether giving a special stool treatment can help prevent complications like Graft-versus-Host Disease in patients receiving stem cell transplants for blood cancers.
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Comparing T Cell Depletion Methods for Blood Cancer Treatment
This study is testing different ways to prevent complications after a stem cell transplant for blood cancer to see which method helps patients stay healthy and cancer-free longer.
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Biocollection for patients with Myelodysplastic Syndromes
This study is collecting samples from patients with Myelodysplastic Syndromes to help researchers learn more about how certain gene mutations affect blood cell development.
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Evaluating BGB-11417 for treating myeloid malignancies
This study is testing a new drug called BGB-11417, alone and with another medication, to see if it can safely help people with acute myeloid leukemia and myelodysplastic syndromes.
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Pre-emptive therapy to improve outcomes in MDS patients after transplant
This study is testing if giving a combination treatment of decitabine and cedazaridine right after a stem cell transplant can help patients with myelodysplastic syndromes who have leftover cancer cells stay healthier and avoid relapse.
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New approach to stem cell transplant for high-risk leukemia patients
This study is testing a new type of stem cell transplant for high-risk leukemia patients to see if it can help them recover better and avoid complications.
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Evaluating a new treatment for advanced blood cancers
This study is testing a new drug called EP0042 to see if it is safe and effective for people with advanced blood cancers like AML, CMML, and MDS.
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Treatment of anemia in patients with myelodysplastic syndromes using KER-050
This study tests if a new treatment called KER-050 can help people with myelodysplastic syndromes who have anemia by boosting their red blood cell and platelet production.
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Testing a new oral medication for blood cancers
This study is testing a new oral medication for blood cancers to see if it works better than the standard treatment for patients with myelodysplastic syndromes, chronic myelomonocytic leukemia, and acute myeloid leukemia.
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Monitoring genetic changes in low-risk MDS patients using blood samples
This study is testing if analyzing blood samples for genetic changes can help doctors better understand and manage low-risk myelodysplastic syndromes without needing to do painful bone marrow biopsies.
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Treatment of Myelodysplastic Syndrome with SX-682 and Decitabine
This study is testing a new treatment combining SX-682 and decitabine to see if it helps people with Myelodysplastic Syndromes feel better and improve their health.
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Using 5-Azacitidine and Decitabine to treat myeloid malignancies
This study is testing a combination of two drugs, 5-azacitidine and decitabine, to see if they can help people with myelodysplastic syndromes and similar blood disorders feel better.
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CIML NK cell infusion for relapsed myeloid disease after stem cell transplant
This trial tests whether giving cytokine‑induced memory‑like (CIML) natural killer cells together with low‑dose IL‑2 can help adults (≥18) and teens (≥12) whose AML, MDS, MPN, or JMML has returned after a stem cell transplant.
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Combining vitamin C with azacitidine for treating higher-risk blood cancers
This study is testing if adding vitamin C to azacitidine treatment can help people with higher-risk blood cancers feel better and improve their outcomes.
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Using hyperbaric oxygen therapy with stem cell transplants
This study is testing whether hyperbaric oxygen therapy can help patients with chronic leukemias and myelofibrosis who are getting stem cell transplants feel better and recover more effectively.
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Testing LB-100 for treating low or intermediate-1 risk Myelodysplastic Syndromes
This study is testing a new drug called LB-100 to see if it can help people with low or intermediate-1 risk Myelodysplastic Syndromes who haven't responded to other treatments.
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Comparing two conditioning regimens for allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation
This study is testing two different treatment plans for patients with blood cancers who are getting stem cell transplants from matched donors to see which one helps them stay healthy longer.
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Using CD45RA Depleted Stem Cells to Improve Immune Recovery After Transplant
This study is testing if using special stem cells can help patients with acute leukemia recover their immune system faster after a transplant and reduce the risk of complications.
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Evaluating Orca-Q in patients receiving stem cell transplants for blood cancers
This study is testing a new type of donor graft called OrcaGraft to see if it can make stem cell transplants safer and more effective for people with blood cancers like leukemia.
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Transplantation for inherited bone marrow failure disorders
This study is testing a new way to do stem cell transplants for people with inherited bone marrow failure disorders to see if it can help them recover faster and reduce the risk of infections without needing extra medication.
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Expanded/activated gamma delta T-cell infusions after haploidentical stem cell transplant with post-transplant cyclophosphamide.
This tests whether infusing expanded/activated gamma delta T cells after a partially matched (haploidentical) stem cell transplant with post-transplant cyclophosphamide helps control leukemia and reduce graft-versus-host disease in adults.
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AI-based precision oncology clinical trial matching and registry
This study is testing whether an AI tool can help match cancer patients with the right clinical trials based on their specific cancer details to see if it improves their chances of getting into trials and their overall outcomes.
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Using expanded natural killer cells after haploidentical stem cell transplantation for blood cancers
This study is testing whether giving special immune cells from a related donor after a stem cell transplant can help people with acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndromes fight off cancer and prevent it from coming back.
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Database of patients with Myelodysplastic Syndromes at Institut Paoli-Calmettes
This study is creating a database of patients with Myelodysplastic Syndromes to help researchers understand the disease better and improve how patients are cared for.
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Transplanting umbilical cord blood from unrelated donors
This study is testing different ways to prepare patients for umbilical cord blood stem cell transplants to see how safe and effective the procedure is for them.
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Investigation of genetics related to blood diseases
This study is trying to understand the genetics behind blood diseases by collecting samples and health information from people with these conditions and their family members.
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Assessing molecular changes in blood cancers
This study is trying to see how changes in blood samples from people with early blood cancers can help us understand their condition better and find new treatment options.
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Evaluating AG-120 for patients with advanced blood cancers and IDH1 mutations
This study is testing a new drug called AG-120 to see if it can help people with advanced blood cancers that have a specific IDH1 mutation feel better and live longer.
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Collecting and reporting data on patients receiving stem cell transplants
This study is trying to gather and share information about patients getting stem cell transplants for blood cancers to better understand how well these treatments work.
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Registry of older patients with cancer
This study collects health information from older cancer patients to create a registry that helps improve care and research for seniors with cancer.
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Collection of tissue, blood, and body fluid samples from patients with hematologic cancer
This study is collecting tissue, blood, and body fluid samples from patients with blood cancers to help improve cancer research and patient care.
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Epidemiology and characterization of childhood MDS and JMML
This project will test whether a standardized review of cell appearance plus detailed genetic tests helps improve diagnosis and classification for children and adolescents with MDS or JMML.
NIH-funded research (21)
Early-stage science funded by the US National Institutes of Health. Most of these projects don't enroll patients, but they show what is being worked on.
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Interferon-γ plus donor immune cells to fight AML/MDS after partial donor transplant
This project tests a therapy that adds a signaling protein, IFN-γ, with donor immune cells to help treat relapsed AML/MDS after a haploidentical stem cell transplant.
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Whole-genome sequencing to refine risk in myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) for older adults
This project uses clinical whole-genome sequencing to improve genetic profiling and better predict how MDS will progress in older patients.
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Targeting gasdermin D to treat myelodysplastic syndromes in people with bone marrow inflammation
A research project aims to find new ways to treat myelodysplastic syndromes by blocking a protein (gasdermin D) involved in harmful bone marrow inflammation.
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Understanding why some MDS patients relapse after a stem cell transplant
A study of patients with myelodysplastic syndromes after stem cell transplant to learn the cellular changes and gene activity that lead to relapse, with the goal of guiding future treatments.
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Risk factors and inflammation biomarkers for cardiovascular disease in older adults with myelodysplastic syndromes
A study focuses on older adults with myelodysplastic syndromes to understand why they have higher cardiovascular risk and how inflammatory proteins in the blood might help predict it.
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Therapeutic targeting of transcription-epigenetic defects in SF3B1-mutant MDS
A training-focused grant to help a clinician-scientist develop therapies for adults with a common bone marrow failure condition called SF3B1-mutant myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS).
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PARP1 and targeted treatment for myelodysplastic syndromes
This work tests whether blocking a protein called PARP1 can help people with myelodysplastic syndromes who have certain RNA splicing gene mutations.
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Stopping harmful PANoptosis to help people with myelodysplastic syndromes
Researchers aim to block a form of inflammatory cell death called PANoptosis to try to improve blood counts and reduce disease progression in people with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS).
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Whole-genome testing to improve risk predictions in myelodysplastic syndromes
Whole-genome sequencing is used to find genetic changes that help predict which people with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) are more likely to progress to acute leukemia.
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Understanding Myelodysplastic Syndromes Caused by DDX41 Gene Changes
This research explores how specific changes in the DDX41 gene lead to a blood disorder called Myelodysplastic Syndrome, using advanced laboratory models.
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Targeting genetic defects in a type of blood disorder called myelodysplastic syndrome.
This study is looking at how changes in the SF3B1 gene affect myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), a condition that can cause problems with blood cell production, to help find new treatment options that could make life easier for patients with MDS.
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Targeting pathways to improve treatment for Myelodysplastic Syndromes
This study is looking at new ways to treat Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) by understanding how certain pathways in our cells affect blood production and could lead to leukemia, with the hope of finding better treatments to help improve your symptoms and overall health.
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Finding new ways to treat myelodysplastic syndromes by focusing on gasdermin D
This project looks for new ways to calm bone marrow inflammation in people with myelodysplastic syndromes, hoping to stop the disease from getting worse.
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Understanding the role of PARP1 in blood disorders and targeted treatments
This study is looking at how certain gene changes in myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) affect blood cell production and how a protein called PARP1 helps fix DNA damage, with the goal of finding new treatments that might help patients with MDS.
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Detecting early signs of relapse in blood cancer after stem cell transplants
This study is looking at how myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) can come back after treatment, especially after stem cell transplants, by checking for specific blood cells that might show if the disease is still there, which could help improve how we keep an eye on and treat patients with MDS.
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Understanding how PARP2 affects RNA structures in blood disorders
This study is looking at how a protein called PARP2 affects certain RNA structures in people with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), a blood disorder, to find new ways to help improve treatment options for patients.
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Understanding how mitochondrial inheritance affects outcomes in blood disorders after stem-cell transplants
This study is looking at how the DNA from your mitochondria might help doctors better understand and predict outcomes for patients with myelodysplastic syndromes who have had stem-cell transplants, so they can provide more personalized and effective care.
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Understanding how SF3B1 mutations affect blood cell development in myelodysplastic syndromes.
This study is looking at how changes in a specific gene (SF3B1) affect blood cell production in people with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), using advanced techniques to understand these changes at the single-cell level, which could help improve treatments for the condition.
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Understanding the role of DDX41 in blood disorders
This study is looking at how changes in the DDX41 gene can cause blood problems in people with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), which might lead to leukemia, and it aims to find new treatments for patients dealing with these issues.
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Understanding how blood vessel cells affect myelodysplastic syndromes
This study is looking at how certain cells in your blood vessels affect the way blood-forming cells work in people with myelodysplastic syndromes, especially in older adults, to find new ways to help treat the disease.
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Creating a new treatment to improve blood production in patients with specific blood disorders
This study is testing a new medication that could help improve blood cell production for patients with myelodysplastic syndromes and ringed sideroblasts, aiming to reduce anemia and the need for blood transfusions.
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Quick answers
How many Myelodysplastic Syndromes clinical trials are recruiting right now?
120, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 38 countries. The most sites are in United States (73 trials), China (17 trials), France (16 trials), Spain (10 trials), Italy (8 trials). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 2: 35, Phase 1: 27, Phase 1/2: 16, Early Phase 1: 3. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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