Clinical trials · San Francisco, CA
Infections clinical trials in San Francisco
We’re tracking 71 recruiting infections studies with a site in or near San Francisco — 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 San Francisco
- NCT05143307Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Follow-up study for adults who received EBT-101 for HIV
This study checks how adults are doing long-term after receiving an HIV treatment called EBT-101 in an earlier study. It helps researchers understand safety and longer-term effects over time.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05020574RecruitingPhase 2
Study how the microbiome may affect breast implant infections
This Phase 2 study looks at whether changes in the body’s “microbiome” (the normal germs in and on the body) are linked to infections after breast surgery with implants. It may help doctors better predict and prevent implant infections in people undergoing mastectomy with immediate implant placement.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06938867RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of SNIPR001 for stem cell transplant patients
This trial tests an oral treatment called SNIPR001 that targets a type of E. coli bacteria resistant to common antibiotics. It may help prevent infections during stem cell transplant recovery.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06998043RecruitingPhase 2
Phage therapy for cystic fibrosis with pseudomonas lung infection
This trial tests a new treatment using phages (viruses that kill bacteria) for people with cystic fibrosis who have a chronic pseudomonas lung infection. It aims to see if adding phages to your usual care can help control the infection.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06788093Recruiting
Reducing antibiotic overuse with decision support
This trial tests a tool to help doctors decide when antibiotics are truly needed for lung infections like bronchitis or pneumonia. It may help you avoid unnecessary antibiotics and their side effects.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 6 months–17 years - NCT04705766Enrolling by invitation
Study kidney injury after recent COVID infection
This study looks at how COVID can affect the kidneys soon after infection. You may be able to participate if you recently tested positive for COVID and have not had kidney replacement treatments.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03827694Recruiting
Testing a noninvasive scan for serious lung mold infections in kids
This study uses noninvasive breathing/relates imaging (MRI or CT) to help diagnose mold infections in the lungs in children and young adults. It may help doctors find these infections sooner, especially in people with weakened immune systems.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 4 months–21 years - NCT04362150Recruiting
Study of long-term effects after COVID-19 infection
This study follows adults who had COVID-19 to learn how the illness can affect health over the long term. It may help researchers understand lasting symptoms and who is at higher risk, which could improve future care.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–100 - NCT05985642Recruiting
HIV treatment interruption study for long-term participants
This study looks at people with HIV who have already taken a break from their HIV medications (called an analytic treatment interruption, or ATI) as part of another study. It aims to understand how well the body can control the virus during longer breaks from treatment, up to 96 weeks.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06080698Recruiting
Oral antibiotics for bloodstream infection trial
This trial tests whether switching from IV to oral antibiotics is just as effective for treating Gram-negative bloodstream infections. If you qualify, you may receive either continued IV antibiotics or switch to pills, with follow-up on your recovery and quality of life.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06631365RecruitingPhase 2
PrEP on demand: a pilot study for men who have sex with men
This study tests a '2-1-1' on-demand PrEP strategy for cisgender men who have sex with men. It aims to see if taking PrEP only around the time of sex is safe and effective. If you are interested in starting or currently taking PrEP this way, you may be eligible.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07110636Recruiting
Blood test for infection in immunocompromised adults
This trial tests a blood test that looks for infection by analyzing tiny bits of DNA from microbes. It may help find infections faster in people with weakened immune systems, such as transplant recipients or those with blood cancers.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges Any age - 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.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 40–60 - NCT06810934RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
New COVID-19 vaccine study for those with prior mRNA vaccines
This study tests a new type of COVID-19 vaccine that is designed to train your immune system to make stronger, longer-lasting protection. You may be able to join if you are 40–64, have already had at least two doses of a mRNA COVID-19 vaccine (Pfizer or Moderna) more than 4 months ago, and are generally healthy.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 40–64 - NCT05026749RecruitingPhase 3
Azithromycin for severe RSV breathing failure in young children
This trial tests whether azithromycin (an antibiotic) can improve outcomes for babies and young children in the ICU who have RSV causing serious breathing problems. It mainly looks at children who start strong breathing support soon after RSV symptoms begin.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 3 days–2 years - NCT04197596RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
BK infection immune-cell treatment after transplant or weak immunity
This Phase 1/2 study tests lab-made immune cells that specifically target BK virus in people whose BK infection keeps coming back or doesn’t improve. It may help by boosting the body’s ability to clear the virus, especially when standard antiviral treatments don’t work or can’t be tolerated.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 1 month–79 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+ - NCT03729752RecruitingPhase 1
PET scan to study an HIV-fighting antibody in the body
This Phase 1/early study uses a special PET scan to see where an HIV-targeting antibody (VRC01) goes in the body. The study may help researchers understand how well this antibody reaches HIV-related targets, which could guide future HIV treatments or vaccines.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT03325855Recruiting
Fecal transplant registry for patients and donors
This study is a national “registry” that collects information from people who get fecal microbiota transplant (a stool-based treatment) and from people who donate stool. It helps researchers understand who receives these treatments and how they do over time.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT03713528Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Antibiotic placed in bone to help save an infected knee implant
This trial tests whether putting antibiotics directly inside the bone during surgery can improve outcomes for an infected knee prosthesis when the implant is being kept. It may help more people avoid needing full implant removal and replacement.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near San Francisco
Institutions with a site for the recruiting infections studies listed above.
- University of California, San Francisco · 10 studies
- Optimus Medical Group · 2 studies
- Stanford University · 2 studies
- 801 University of California, San Francisco HIV/AIDS CRS
- Benioff Children's Hospital - Oakland
- Benioff Children's Hospital - San Francisco
- Bridge HIV, San Francisco Department of Public Health
- Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, Stanford University
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 California.
Common questions
- Are there infections clinical trials near San Francisco?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 71 recruiting infections 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 infections 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 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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