Clinical trials · San Francisco, CA
HIV clinical trials in San Francisco
We’re tracking 38 recruiting hiv studies with a site in or near San Francisco — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Francisco
- NCT07682961RecruitingPhase 3
Study of new HIV injection vs. standard injectables
This phase 3 trial tests a new long-acting, injectable two-drug combination (lenacapavir + teropavimab + zinlirvimab) vs. another injectable combo (cabotegravir + rilpivirine) for people whose HIV is already well-controlled on daily oral meds. It aims to see if the new combo can keep the virus under control with fewer injections.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT07087145Recruiting
HPV test by mail for men with HIV
This trial explores if mailing an HPV self-test kit to your home is a good way to screen for HPV. It's for men over 35 who have sex with men, including trans women, and are living with HIV.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 35 years+ - NCT00187512Recruiting
Study of how HIV treatment changes outcomes over time
This is an observational study (not a new drug) that tracks how living with HIV can change over time in different treatment situations. It may help researchers understand long-term effects of the modern “protease inhibitor era” and improve future care.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03684655RecruitingPhase 2
PET-MR scan study of immune activity in people with HIV
This Phase 2 study uses a special whole-body scan (PET-MR) to measure immune activity in people living with HIV. It may help researchers understand how well the immune system responds and how to better track HIV-related inflammation.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 40 years+ - NCT01336855Recruiting
Provide blood for studies comparing HIV groups
This study collects blood to help researchers run multiple projects, including comparing people who are HIV-negative with people who have HIV. It may help advance knowledge that could improve future testing or treatments.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04648046RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR-T cell treatment for HIV infection
This early-phase study tests whether CAR-T cells (immune cells modified to recognize HIV) can help control HIV. You may be asked to briefly pause HIV medicines to see how well the treatment controls the virus.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT04855773Recruiting
Mobile text-message support to help people stay on PrEP
This trial tests whether phone-based (iPhone/Android) text-message support can improve how consistently people use PrEP, an HIV prevention medicine. It may help you stay on track with refills and clinic visits, especially if you’re at higher risk of stopping PrEP.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 15 years+ - NCT07044297RecruitingPhase 3
A study of a new long-acting shot to prevent HIV
This study tests an investigational long-acting shot (MK-8527) to prevent HIV. It is for HIV-negative people who are at higher risk through anal sex without condoms, and who have not used other long-acting HIV prevention before.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 16 years+ - NCT07125235Recruiting
Support program for HIV treatment adherence
This trial tests a program to help people with HIV stay on track with their medication. If you take HIV medication, sometimes miss doses, and use stimulants, this program may offer support to improve your health.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - 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.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07213258Recruiting
HIV and meth prevention study for HIV-negative men
This study tests a smartphone program to help HIV-negative men who have sex with men reduce meth use and improve PrEP adherence. It explores whether combining support for both behaviors is more effective than addressing them separately.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–40 - NCT07433985Recruiting
California mobile app study for men after jail release
This study tests a mobile app to help men recently released from jail or prison who use drugs or have sex with men stay healthy and avoid HIV. It's for people who don't have HIV and live in certain California counties.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 18–59
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Where these studies are running near San Francisco
Institutions with a site for the recruiting hiv studies listed above.
- University of California, San Francisco · 4 studies
- Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center · 4 studies
- Bridge HIV CRS · 2 studies
- CAL-PEP
- Center on Substance Use and Health
- Optimus Medical
- San Francisco AIDS Foundation
- San Francisco Department of Public Health
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 California.
Common questions
- Are there hiv clinical trials near San Francisco?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 38 recruiting hiv studies with a site near San Francisco, 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 San Francisco?
- 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 San Francisco to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near San Francisco, 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 San Francisco regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.