Age may alter vaccine immunity: new study investigates
NCT ID NCT04852289
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how the immune systems of younger and older adults respond to Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines. Researchers will collect blood samples from 78 healthy volunteers over two years to measure specific T-cell responses. The goal is to understand if age changes how well the vaccine works.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could reveal how age impacts immune response to COVID-19 vaccines, helping improve future vaccine strategies.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures immune markers and may not lead to direct health changes.
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Conditions
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Locations
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NIH/NIA/Biomedical Research Center at Johns Hopkins Bayview campus
Baltimore, Maryland, 21244, United States
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National Institute of Aging, Clinical Research Unit
Baltimore, Maryland, 21224, United States