New vaccine targets 24 pneumococcal strains in major trial

NCT ID NCT06678620

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

Summary

This phase II trial tests a new 24-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV24) in 992 adults aged 18 and older. The study aims to check the vaccine's safety and how well it triggers an immune response compared to an existing 23-valent vaccine. Participants receive one dose of either PCV24 or the comparator vaccine, and researchers monitor side effects and antibody levels for 30 days.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

24-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide conjugate vaccine (PCV24)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to a vaccine that protects against 24 types of pneumococcal bacteria, potentially preventing serious infections like pneumonia.

What could go wrong

This is an early phase II trial, so the vaccine may not trigger a strong enough immune response or could have unexpected side effects. Results may not apply to all populations.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

pneumococcal infection prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Pizhou Center for Disease Control and Prevention

    Pizhou, Jiangsu, China

  • Xuzhou Center for Disease Control and Prevention

    Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China