New malaria vaccine trial aims to protect women and their future babies

NCT ID NCT06080243

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

Summary

This study tests the R21/Matrix-M1 malaria vaccine in 330 healthy women aged 18–35 in Mali who may become pregnant. Participants receive two or three doses of the vaccine or a placebo, and are followed for two years to check safety, immune response, and protection against malaria. Pregnant women and their babies are also monitored for safety and infection.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

R21/Matrix-M1 malaria vaccine

What this could lead to

If successful, this vaccine could help protect women of childbearing age from malaria, reducing infection and improving maternal and child health in malaria-endemic regions.

What could go wrong

This is a phase II trial with only 330 participants, so results may not apply to larger populations. The vaccine may not provide lasting protection or could have side effects not yet seen.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

malaria prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Koumantou Study Clinic

    Bougouni, Sikasso, Mali