New mRNA HIV vaccines enter human testing

NCT ID NCT07390474

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This early-stage trial tests two experimental mRNA vaccines designed to train the immune system to make special antibodies that could block HIV. The study involves 40 healthy adults without HIV who will receive the vaccines and be monitored for safety and immune responses. It is the first time these vaccines are being tested in humans.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

mRNA vaccines (DV201P-RNA and DV202B1-RNA) designed to train the immune system to produce HIV-fighting antibodies

What this could lead to

If successful, this could point toward a vaccine that helps prevent HIV infection by teaching the body to make powerful antibodies.

What could go wrong

This is a very early, small Phase 1 trial focused on safety, not effectiveness. The vaccines may not trigger the desired immune response or could cause side effects.

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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

Locations

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center VCRS (BIDMC VCRS Site # 32077)

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States

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  • Columbia P&S CRS (Site ID: 30329)

    RECRUITING

    New York, New York, 10032, United States

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  • Penn Prevention CRS

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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  • The Hope Clinic of the Emory Vaccine Research Center; Emory University

    RECRUITING

    Decatur, Georgia, 30030, United States

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  • The Ponce de Leon Center CRS

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30308, United States

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  • University of Pittsburgh CRS

    RECRUITING

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States

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  • University of Rochester Vaccines to Prevent HIV Infection CRS

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Rochester, New York, 14642, United States

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