Clinical trials · Boston, MA
Infections clinical trials in Boston
We’re tracking 67 recruiting infections studies with a site in or near Boston — including Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Boston
- NCT05973084Recruiting
COVID spread study in Malawi households and vaccine recipients
This study tracks how COVID-19 spreads and causes illness in real households in Blantyre, Malawi, and compares groups after infection or vaccination. If you qualify, you’ll do follow-up testing and visits for several months.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 5–75 - NCT07013474RecruitingPhase 3
Study of ibuzatrelvir for immunocompromised adults with COVID-19
This trial tests an investigational medicine called ibuzatrelvir for adults with COVID-19 who have a weakened immune system. The study aims to see if it helps them recover and avoid severe illness.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05952804RecruitingPhase 2
IVIG to help prevent infections after CAR-T treatment
This Phase 2 study tests whether IVIG (a blood product that helps fight infections) can lower infection risk after you receive CD19 CAR-T therapy. It’s meant to help protect you during the vulnerable period after CAR-T treatment.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05950607Recruiting
Nursing home study to reduce unnecessary antibiotic use
This study looks at ways to lower how often antibiotics are used in nursing home residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. It aims to make antibiotic use more appropriate while monitoring resident outcomes.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 60–106 - NCT06843902RecruitingPhase 2
Improving heart blood flow in women with HIV and diabetes or kidney problems
This trial tests a new approach to improve blood flow in the hearts of women with HIV who also have diabetes or kidney problems. It might help prevent heart disease in this population.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 45–75 - NCT05978141Recruiting
T-cell lymphoma registry study
This study creates a registry for people with certain T-cell or NK-cell lymphomas. It collects health information and tumor samples to learn more about these diseases and improve future treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - 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.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07391735Recruiting
Tracking Wound Healing After Surgery With an App
This study uses a smartphone app called MyHealthPal to track wound healing after certain spine or pain management surgeries. If you are getting a spinal cord stimulator or pain pump procedure, you may be able to join and help improve how recovery is monitored.
Chestnut Hill, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07513285RecruitingPhase 2
Ibezapolstat pill for recurrent C. difficile infection
This trial tests a new oral antibiotic called ibezapolstat to treat recurrent C. difficile infection (CDI)—a serious diarrheal illness caused by bacteria in your gut. The study focuses on patients who have had multiple CDI episodes and may benefit from a different treatment approach.
Newton, MassachusettsAges 18–90 - NCT07435649Recruiting
New test for finding germs in spinal fluid during brain infections
This study tests a new type of test called Delve Detect that looks for germs in spinal fluid from people suspected of having a brain or spinal cord infection. It helps doctors find the cause faster and more accurately.
Burlington, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT07556107RecruitingPhase 4
Safety study of two antibiotics for serious hospital infections
This study watches how safely two common antibiotics (vancomycin and a combination called piperacillin/tazobactam) work together in hospitalized patients with serious infections. Researchers want to make sure the combination doesn't harm kidney function.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT03562741Recruiting
Tracking outcomes of fecal transplant for repeated C. difficile
This study looks at how fecal microbiota transplantation (a transplant of healthy gut bacteria) works for people who get C. difficile infection repeatedly. It also focuses on collecting follow-up information to better understand which patients benefit and how.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 16 years+ - NCT05624450RecruitingPhase 3
Test drug tozorakimab for hospitalized viral lung infection needing oxygen
This Phase 3 study tests tozorakimab to see if it helps people hospitalized with a viral lung infection that is causing low oxygen levels. You might qualify if you still need supplemental oxygen when the study starts.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05625373RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Antibiotic powder during groin surgery to prevent infection
This trial studies whether placing an antibiotic powder (vancomycin) directly in the surgical wound during groin lymph node surgery can lower the risk of surgical site infections. It may help reduce wound infections after surgery for vulvar dysplasia.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06872307Recruiting
Staying on PrEP: a support program for men
This study tests a support program to help people stick with PrEP, a daily pill that prevents HIV. If you've stopped taking PrEP or are thinking about restarting, this program may help you stay protected.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06439953Recruiting
Irrigation solution for spinal surgery instrumentation
This trial tests a solution used to clean the surgical site during spine surgeries to see if it helps prevent infections. It is for patients having certain types of spine surgery for conditions like deformity, cancer, or trauma.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06278337Recruiting
Moesin-associated immunodeficiency study
This study looks at a rare immune system condition caused by changes in the MOESIN gene. It aims to better understand the condition and may help develop future treatments.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 4–80 - NCT06822426RecruitingPhase 3
Catheter lock solution to prevent bloodstream infections in patients on IV nutrition
This study tests a catheter lock solution called DefenCath (taurolidine and heparin) against a standard heparin lock to see if it reduces central line bloodstream infections in people receiving IV nutrition (total parenteral nutrition) for more than 3 months.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 12 years+ - NCT06953271RecruitingPhase 4
Methenamine after Botox for bladder control
This study tests whether taking a medication called methenamine hippurate (a pill for preventing UTIs) after Botox bladder injections can help reduce the risk of urinary tract infections. It may be a good option for women and non-binary people with overactive bladder who are already getting Botox treatment.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Boston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting infections studies listed above.
- Rhode Island Hospital · 2 studies
- University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School · 2 studies
- Women & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island · 2 studies
- Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Brigham and Women's Pain Management Center - 850 Boylston St
- Brown University
- BU School of Public Health, Global Health Department
- Clinical Trials Center
What taking part in a infections 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 infections studies in Massachusetts.
Common questions
- Are there infections clinical trials near Boston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 67 recruiting infections 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 infections 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 infections 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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