- The American Society of Hematology sponsors a clinical trial network focused on improving the lives of patients with sickle cell disease through collaborative multi-institutional clinical trials.
- Dr. Leavey is the Principal Investigator of the North Texas SCD Clinical Trial Unit (NTX-CTU) incorporating UT Southwestern University, Parkland Health and Hospital System, and Children's Health.
- Integral to the success of the NTX-CTU is the Community Advisory Board.