New vaccine combo aims to clear persistent HPV infection

NCT ID NCT03913117

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

Summary

This early-stage trial tests two vaccines designed to help the immune system fight HPV16, a virus linked to cervical cancer. The study includes 30 women with persistent HPV16 infection and mild cervical cell changes (ASC-US or LSIL). Participants receive a DNA vaccine followed by a protein vaccine boost, with the main goals being safety and finding the right dose.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

pNGVL4aCRTE6E7L2 DNA vaccine and TA-CIN protein vaccine

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to a therapeutic vaccine that helps the immune system clear persistent HPV16 infection, potentially preventing progression to cervical cancer.

What could go wrong

This is a very early Phase 1 trial with only 30 participants, focused on safety and dosing. The vaccines may not produce a strong enough immune response to clear the virus, and side effects are unknown.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Atypical Squamous Cells of the Cervix cervical squamous intraepithelial neoplasia squamous cell intraepithelial neoplasia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Johns Hopkins University

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    Baltimore, Maryland, 21231, United States

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  • UAB | The University of Alabama at Birmingham

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    Birmingham, Alabama, 35249, United States

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