Universal flu vaccine takes first step in human trial

NCT ID NCT05901636

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

Summary

This study tested a new universal flu vaccine (INFLUENZA G1 mHA) in 170 healthy adults aged 18-45. The goal was to check if it is safe and triggers an immune response. Participants received either the vaccine with or without an adjuvant, or a placebo. Results will show if this approach could lead to a vaccine that works against many flu types.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
INFLUENZA G1 mini-hemagglutinin stem-derived protein (mHA) with or without aluminum hydroxide adjuvant
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a universal flu vaccine that protects against many flu strains, reducing the need for yearly shots.
What could go wrong
This is an early-phase trial (Phase 1/2a) focused on safety, not yet proven to prevent flu. The vaccine may not trigger strong enough immunity or could have side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CTI Clinical Trial and Consulting Services

    Cincinnati, Ohio, 45212, United States

  • Clinical Trials Managements, LLC

    Metairie, Louisiana, 70006, United States

  • Floridian Clinical Research LLC

    Miami Lakes, Florida, 33016, United States

  • Johnson County Clin-Trials

    Lenexa, Kansas, 66219, United States

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