Zika vaccine candidate enters human safety testing

NCT ID NCT06334393

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This early-stage trial tested an inactivated Zika virus vaccine (VLA1601) in 150 healthy adults aged 18-49. Participants received two doses, and researchers monitored side effects and immune responses. The goal was to find the safest and most effective dose, including combinations with additional immune-boosting adjuvants.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

VLA1601 (inactivated Zika virus vaccine with adjuvants)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to a safe and effective vaccine to prevent Zika virus infection, which can cause severe birth defects.

What could go wrong

This is an early Phase 1 trial with only 150 healthy adults, so results may not apply to the general population. The vaccine may not produce a strong enough immune response or could have side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Zika virus infectious disease prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Flourish Research

    Chicago, Illinois, 60640, United States

  • Velocity Clinical Research

    Sioux City, Iowa, 51106, United States

  • Velocity Clinical Research

    Lincoln, Nebraska, 68510, United States

  • Velocity Clinical Research

    Omaha, Nebraska, 68134, United States