New mRNA flu shot enters human testing

NCT ID NCT05829356

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This early-stage trial tests a new mRNA-based flu vaccine in 159 adults aged 18-49 and 60+. The vaccine uses modified mRNA to target a specific flu strain (H3N2). Researchers compare its safety and immune response to a standard flu shot. The goal is to gather data to improve future mRNA flu vaccines.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

modified mRNA flu vaccine (H3 mRNA/LNP)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to a more effective and adaptable flu vaccine using mRNA technology.

What could go wrong

This is a very early Phase 1 trial with only 159 participants, so safety and immune response are still being tested. It may not work better than existing vaccines.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

influenza prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Investigational Site Number : 0360001

    Morayfield, Queensland, 4506, Australia

  • Investigational Site Number : 0360002

    Camberwell, Victoria, 3124, Australia

  • Investigational Site Number : 0360003

    Adelaide, 5000, Australia

  • Investigational Site Number : 0360004

    Herston, Queensland, 4006, Australia

  • Investigational Site Number : 8260001

    London, London, City of, SW10 9NH, United Kingdom

  • Investigational Site Number : 8260002

    Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 5WW, United Kingdom

  • Investigational Site Number : 8260003

    Sheffield, Sheffield, S10 2JF, United Kingdom

  • Investigational Site Number : 8260004

    London, London, City of, W12 0HS, United Kingdom