Clinical trials · Boston, MA
HIV clinical trials in Boston
We’re tracking 30 recruiting hiv studies with a site in or near Boston, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Boston
- NCT06872307Recruiting
Helping Black men stay on PrEP
This study tests a new way to help Black men who have sex with men stay on PrEP (HIV prevention pills) over time. If you are at risk for HIV and have stopped taking PrEP for at least a month, you may be able to join and get support to keep taking it.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT05752500Recruiting
Behavior coaching to help older adults with HIV move more
This study tests a tailored behavioral coaching program to increase physical activity in adults age 50+ who have HIV and are currently not very active. It may help you build safer, more routine movement using a Fitbit for tracking.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 50 years+ - NCT06444360Recruiting
Program to reduce stimulant use and risky sex in young adults
This study tests a program to help sexually active young adults reduce stimulant use and risky sexual behavior. It involves online coaching sessions, and you can join from home if you have a private space and video chat access.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 16–24 - NCT06930508Recruiting
Bringing HIV prevention meds to a family planning clinic
This study looks at offering HIV prevention medicines (PrEP) to patients visiting a family planning clinic. It aims to make it easier for people to access this care alongside their regular visit.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 16 years+ - NCT07011563Recruiting
Helping teens & adults talk about sexual health
This study helps teens and their trusted adults have open conversations about sexual health. It's for young people ages 14 to 17 who have had oral or anal sex with another male.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 14–17 - NCT03862924Recruiting
Study tests standardized e-cigarette effects in people with HIV who smoke
This study looks at how a specific e-cigarette affects health in people who have HIV and smoke cigarettes regularly. You might be able to join if you meet smoking, HIV care, and safety requirements and are not planning to quit right away.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Boston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting hiv studies listed above.
- Brown University · 3 studies
- Rhode Island Hospital
- The Rhode Island Public Health Institute
- Women & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island
What taking part in a hiv study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting hiv studies in Massachusetts.
Common questions
- Are there hiv clinical trials near Boston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 30 recruiting hiv studies with a site near Boston, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a hiv study near Boston?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Boston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Boston, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a hiv trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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New hiv studies open near Boston regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.