Clinical trials · Houston, TX
HIV clinical trials in Houston
We’re tracking 29 recruiting hiv studies with a site in or near Houston — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Houston
- NCT07325500RecruitingPhase 2
Low dose GLP-1 for heart health in HIV
This study tests a very low dose of a medication called a GLP-1 receptor agonist to see if it can improve heart and metabolic health in people with HIV who have excess weight.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05368571Recruiting
CHOICES program for teens at risk of pregnancy and STIs
This trial tests a teen-focused program (called CHOICES) to help reduce risky situations that can lead to pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It includes girls ages 14–19 who report recent risk behaviors around sex, condom use, and birth control.
Houston, TexasAges 14–19 - NCT06144229Enrolling by invitation
HPV Vaccine in Women with HIV
This study looks at how well the HPV vaccine works in women living with HIV and whether it helps make cervical cancer screening more accurate. If you are a woman with HIV between 21 and 40 years old and already part of certain other HIV studies, you may be able to join.
Houston, TexasAges 21–40 - NCT07645287RecruitingPhase 2
New HIV Combination Therapy for People on Biktarvy
This study tests a new HIV medication (GS-3242) combined with lenacapavir against your current Biktarvy regimen. Both are all-oral treatments for people whose HIV is well-controlled.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06263426Recruiting
Kidney transplant from donors with HIV: impact on rejection and long-term results
This study tests whether kidney transplants from donors with HIV are safe and effective for people with HIV who need a new kidney. It looks at long-term outcomes like rejection and survival.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07728123Recruiting
Screen2Prevent for young people in the ED
This trial is testing a prevention strategy for young people who come to the emergency department. It aims to find better ways to screen and prevent health problems early on.
Houston, TexasAges 14–24 - NCT06388109Recruiting
Lifesaving support app for HIV care
This trial tests a mobile app designed to help people living with HIV stay engaged in their care. If you are newly diagnosed, have missed appointments, or have had trouble keeping your viral load suppressed, this app could provide the support you need to stay healthy.
Houston, TexasAges 13–34 - NCT06517693RecruitingPhase 1
HIV antibody safety study for newborns at risk
This study tests whether giving a combination of two lab-made antibodies (PGT121.414.LS and VRC07-523LS) to newborns exposed to HIV during pregnancy is safe and how the body processes them. It may help protect infants from getting HIV after birth.
Houston, TexasAges Up to 3 days - NCT07089836Recruiting
Syphilis blood test study for at-risk and healthy people
This study tests two new blood tests for syphilis. It compares them to approved tests using blood from people who may have or had syphilis, including pregnant women, HIV-positive people, and healthy volunteers.
Houston, TexasAges 13 years+ - NCT06856174RecruitingPhase 4
Menopause Hormone Therapy for Women with HIV
This trial tests whether hormone therapy can help manage hot flashes and night sweats in women living with HIV who are going through menopause. It's designed to see if this treatment is safe and effective for this group.
Houston, TexasAges 40–60 - NCT07650916RecruitingPhase 3
A study of two ultra-long-acting HIV shots
This trial tests a new ultra-long-acting injectable combination of cabotegravir and rilpivirine for people with HIV who already have the virus under control. It aims to see if these shots can keep the virus suppressed with fewer doses.
Houston, TexasAges 12 years+ - NCT07040319RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Hepatitis C treatment study for pregnant women
This study tests a medicine called glecaprevir/pibrentasvir for pregnant women with hepatitis C, with or without HIV. It aims to see how the medicine works in the body and if it is safe during pregnancy.
Houston, TexasAges 16–45 - NCT07143968RecruitingPhase 2
Resmetirom for people with MASLD and HIV
This study tests if resmetirom can help people who have both HIV and a liver condition called MASLD (fat buildup in the liver not caused by alcohol). You may qualify if your liver has a certain amount of fat and stiffness, and your HIV is well controlled with stable medication.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07202546RecruitingPhase 2
New oral HIV drug trial for people new to treatment
This trial tests a new oral HIV medication (VH4524184) in people who have never taken HIV treatment before. It looks at how well the drug controls the virus and how safe it is.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05719441RecruitingPhase 2
Antibodies plus early HIV treatment to try for HIV remission
This study tests whether giving special HIV-fighting antibodies along with starting standard HIV medicine soon after infection can help you reach “HIV remission.” It may reduce or delay the return of detectable virus, but you must be willing to follow close monitoring and specific study steps.
Houston, TexasAges 18–70 - NCT05674656RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing dolutegravir and rilpivirine in HIV-positive children
This study checks how safe and well two HIV medicines work in children ages 6 to under 12. It also measures drug levels in the body to guide dosing and watch for side effects.
Houston, TexasAges 6–12 - NCT07473778Recruiting
Study of Lenacapavir for HIV Prevention
This trial tests a new medication, lenacapavir, to see how well it works for preventing HIV. It is for people who want or need PrEP (a medicine to prevent HIV) and are interested in learning about different options.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06850402Recruiting
Testing a new microscope for cervical biopsies and LEEP
This study tests a new type of microscope that can take high-quality pictures of cervical tissue samples right in the clinic during a biopsy or LEEP procedure. It may help doctors see the tissue more clearly and quickly, without needing to send it to a lab.
Houston, TexasAges 25–49 - NCT07569029RecruitingPhase 1
HIV vaccine with treatment break to boost immune response
This Phase 1 trial tests two new HIV vaccines (DV700P-RNA and DV701B1.1-RNA) combined with a monitored break from HIV medications in people with well-controlled HIV. The goal is to see if this approach safely strengthens the immune system's ability to fight HIV.
Houston, TexasAges 18–60 - NCT07390955RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of three anti-HIV antibodies in healthy adults
This study is testing three experimental antibodies (ePGT121v1-LS, PGDM1400LS, and VRC07-523LS) that may help prevent HIV. It’s looking at their safety and how long they stay in the body. Healthy volunteers without HIV can join.
Houston, TexasAges 18–55 - NCT07698600RecruitingPhase 1
Safety test of a new HIV vaccine in adults with or without HIV
This study tests a new RNA-based vaccine called BNT168 to see if it is safe and how the body responds to it. It is for healthy adults with or without HIV, and those with HIV will pause their regular treatment for a while during the study.
Houston, TexasAges 18–50 - NCT02140255RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Intensive early HIV treatment in newborns to aim for remission
This study gives very early, intensive HIV medicine to infants diagnosed with HIV and follows them closely to see if HIV can go into remission (stop being detectable without ongoing treatment). It may help families understand whether treating right after birth can change a child’s long-term HIV outlook.
Houston, TexasAges Up to 2 days - NCT05488431RecruitingPhase 2
Bempedoic acid to lower cholesterol and inflammation in HIV
This Phase 2 trial studies whether bempedoic acid can lower cholesterol and inflammation in people with HIV who are already on effective HIV medications. It may help reduce signs of artery inflammation that can contribute to heart and stroke risk.
Houston, TexasAges 40 years+ - NCT04949464Recruiting
Smoking quit coaching plus lung scans for people with HIV
This study tests a behavior-change program to help people with HIV quit smoking, along with routine low-dose lung CT scans to find warning signs early. It’s a feasibility study, meaning the main goal is to see if the approach is practical and acceptable, and if people can follow through.
Houston, TexasAges 45–80
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Where these studies are running near Houston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting hiv studies listed above.
- Baylor College of Medicine · 5 studies
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston · 4 studies
- GSK Investigational Site · 3 studies
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · 3 studies
- Houston AIDS Research Team CRS · 2 studies
- The Crofoot Research Center · 2 studies
- Baylor University
- Harris Health System
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 Texas.
Common questions
- Are there hiv clinical trials near Houston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 29 recruiting hiv studies with a site near Houston, 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 Houston?
- 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 Houston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Houston, 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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