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HIV Clinical Trial in Boston, MA

Access cutting-edge hiv treatment through this phase 1 clinical trial at a research site in Boston. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Boston

    Convenient for MA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Boston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This HIV Study in Boston

This phase 1 study will evaluate the safety, tolerability, and immune responses of two experimental mRNA HIV vaccines in adults living with HIV who are in overall good health. The study will enroll about 42 participants at multiple study sites. Researchers will assess whether these vaccines can start or strengthen antibody responses against HIV. The study will also evaluate how a closely monitored planned pause in antiretroviral therapy affects these immune responses.

Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Able and willing to provide informed consent.
Age 18 to 60 years.
Documented HIV infection.
Lowest (nadir) CD4+ count between 250 and 450 cells/mm³.
On stable combination antiretroviral therapy (ART) for at least 48 weeks prior to screening.
Plasma HIV RNA \<50 copies/mL for at least 48 weeks prior to enrollment, allowing limited transient increases.
CD4+ count \>450 cells/mm³ and CD4+ percentage ≥15%.
Willing and able to comply with study visits and procedures.
Agrees not to participate in another investigational study during participation unless approved.
In general good health, with no clinically significant findings on physical exam or laboratory testing.
Hemoglobin ≥11.0 g/dL (women) or ≥13.0 g/dL (men).
Absolute neutrophil count ≥750/mm³.
Platelet count ≥100,000/mm³.
ALT \<2.5 × upper limit of normal.
Estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) ≥60 mL/min/1.73 m².
Serum creatinine ≤1.1 × upper limit of normal.
Serum calcium \>8.5 mg/dL.
Blood pressure within acceptable limits.
Agrees to use condoms during the specified period when ART is interrupted until HIV RNA is undetectable.
No evidence of active hepatitis C infection.
No evidence of active hepatitis B infection.
For individuals of pregnancy potential: negative pregnancy test prior to enrollment and agreement to use effective contraception during the required study period.
Agreement not to seek pregnancy during the required study period.

Exclusion Criteria

Current use of ART that includes non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs).
Use of long-acting ART within 3 months prior to enrollment.
Known resistance to any component of the current ART regimen (excluding M184V/I mutation).
Resistance to one or more drugs in two or more ART classes (excluding M184V/I mutation).
Initiation of ART during acute HIV infection (within 1 year of HIV acquisition, if known).
History of advanced HIV-related illness (CDC Category C), except recurrent pneumonia, within 10 years prior to screening, or history of CD4 count \<200 cells/mm³ within the past 10 years.
History of severe HIV-related conditions, including opportunistic infections, HIV-associated cancers, lymphoma, neurocognitive disease, or progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy.
Active or recent non-HIV-related cancer requiring systemic treatment within 36 months or expected need for treatment within 12 months (excluding minor skin cancers).
Active hepatitis B or hepatitis C infection.
Significant liver disease, including cirrhosis or advanced fatty liver disease.
Untreated or incompletely treated active or latent tuberculosis.
Pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Body mass index (BMI) ≥40 kg/m², unless approved.
Diabetes mellitus, except well-controlled type 2 diabetes as allowed.
History of or current atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, including heart attack, angina, stroke, or peripheral arterial disease.
Previous receipt of an investigational HIV vaccine (prior placebo recipients allowed).
Receipt of a non-HIV investigational vaccine within 1 year, unless approved or licensed.
Conditions causing impaired immune function or use of immunosuppressive medications within the specified timeframe.
Prior receipt of anti-HIV monoclonal antibody therapy.
Receipt of certain vaccines within restricted timeframes prior to enrollment (including live or mRNA vaccines within 4 weeks).
Receipt of other vaccines within 14 days prior to enrollment.
History of myocarditis or pericarditis.
Recent initiation of allergy immunotherapy within 1 year (unless stable or approved).
Recent use of investigational agents within restricted timeframes prior to enrollment.
History of severe allergic reaction to mRNA vaccines or polyethylene glycol-containing products.
History of angioedema.
Idiopathic urticaria within the past year.
Chronic urticaria or urticaria within the past year.
History of urticaria associated with vaccination.
Bleeding disorders or use of systemic anticoagulants.
Conditions associated with increased risk of clotting or bleeding.
History of seizures within the past 3 years or use of anti-seizure medications within that period.
Absence of spleen or impaired splenic function.
Active duty or reserve military personnel (U.S.).
Any clinically significant medical, psychiatric, or substance use condition that may affect safety or study participation.
Uncontrolled or severe asthma.
History of immune-mediated medical conditions, except limited stable or resolved conditions as allowed.
Allergy to local anesthetics (e.g., lidocaine).
Difficulty with venous access that would interfere with study procedures.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Boston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07569029) has an active research site in Boston, MA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

HIV Treatment Options in Boston, MA

If you're searching for hiv treatment options in Boston, MA, this clinical trial (NCT07569029) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Boston research site is actively enrolling participants for this phase 1 clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced hiv specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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