New HIV vaccine strategy aims to prime and boost immune defenses

NCT ID NCT07675629

First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a two-part HIV vaccine in healthy adults who do not have HIV. The vaccine uses a DNA 'prime' followed by a protein 'boost' to train the immune system against multiple HIV strains. Researchers are checking if the vaccine is safe and whether it triggers a strong immune response. The trial includes 126 volunteers and compares two different adjuvants (substances that boost the immune reaction).

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

PDPHV HIV-1 vaccine (DNA prime and gp120 protein boost with adjuvant)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could pave the way for an effective HIV vaccine, potentially preventing infection.

What could go wrong

This is an early-phase trial focused on safety and immune response, not prevention. The vaccine may not produce strong enough immunity to protect against HIV.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

HIV infectious disease prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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  • Emavundleni Clinical Research Site, Desmond Tutu Health Foundation

    Cape Town, South Africa

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