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
- NCT04815096RecruitingPhase 2
PET scan study of immune activity after COVID-19
This Phase 2 study uses a special PET scan to look at how active your immune system is after a recent COVID-19 infection. The goal is to understand what the immune response looks like and whether this imaging approach could help guide care.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06428097RecruitingPhase 1
Thyroid hormone before heart transplant
This study tests whether giving a thyroid hormone supplement called levothyroxine before a heart transplant can help with recovery. It is for people already listed for a heart transplant who do not have thyroid problems.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05663502Recruiting
Donate blood and tissue samples for HIV-related cancer research
This study collects blood and tissue samples to help researchers learn more about cancers related to HIV/AIDS. You may be able to join if you’re 18+ and have HIV and a cancer diagnosis, or (if HIV-negative) a certain cancer that is closely linked to AIDS-related cancers.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06039176Recruiting
Learning from the HeartMate 3 device
This study looks at information from the HeartMate 3 LVAD device to learn more about how it works and what it can tell us about the future. It may help people with advanced heart failure who need this specific device.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–100 - 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+ - 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+ - 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+ - 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 - 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+ - NCT04678154RecruitingPhase 3
Antibiotic trial for severe open fractures of the leg or foot
This trial tests a new way of giving antibiotics to people with severe open fractures in the leg, ankle, or foot. The goal is to see if it helps prevent infections after surgery.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–64 - 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+ - NCT06631287RecruitingPhase 3
Testing baricitinib for persistent long COVID symptoms
This trial tests whether the anti-inflammatory drug baricitinib can improve persistent long COVID symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, and shortness of breath. You may qualify if you had COVID-19 at least 6 months ago and still have bothersome symptoms that affect your daily life.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05586776RecruitingPhase 4
Using skin cleaning to prevent post-surgery wound infections
This trial tests a “skin decolonization” routine using medicated skin cleaning to help lower the risk of surgical site infections after abdominal surgery. You may be eligible if you recently had an open abdominal incision and your wound is healing as expected at discharge.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06665646RecruitingPhase 1
HIV vaccine booster study for previous trial participants
This study tests a booster vaccine for HIV in people who were part of an earlier HIV vaccine trial. The goal is to see if it's safe and helps the immune system fight HIV better.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–60 - 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+ - 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 - 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+ - NCT03266627RecruitingPhase 2
Adenovirus T-cell therapy for hard-to-treat virus after transplants
This trial tests a special immune-cell treatment made to fight adenovirus in people whose adenovirus infection keeps coming back or won’t improve after transplant. It may help control infection when standard antiviral medicines are not working or can’t be tolerated.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 1 month–79 years - NCT03266640RecruitingPhase 2
CMV cell therapy for difficult-to-treat viral infection
This trial tests an immune cell treatment (CMV-specific cytotoxic T cells) for people with a CMV infection that is not improving despite standard antivirals, or who cannot tolerate them. If eligible, the treatment aims to help the body control the virus after transplant-related immune problems.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 1 month–79 years - NCT03266653RecruitingPhase 2
T-cell therapy for stubborn Epstein-Barr virus after transplants
This trial tests an immune therapy made from EBV-targeted T-cells to treat EBV infections that do not improve with standard anti-viral medicines. It may help by strengthening the body’s ability to fight EBV after certain transplants or immune problems.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 1 month–79 years - NCT07069400Recruiting
Observational study of adults with acute infection
This study observes adults hospitalized with a new or recent infection (symptoms started within 30 days). The goal is to learn more about how infections affect people in the hospital, without testing any new drugs or treatments.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07181486RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of a vaginal gel for healthy women
This trial tests a gel placed in the vagina to see if it is safe. Healthy women with regular periods who have a steady partner may join.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–45 - 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 - NCT06738407RecruitingPhase 4
Doxycycline to prevent STIs in high-risk people
This study tests whether taking a daily antibiotic (doxycycline) can prevent sexually transmitted infections in people at high risk. If you've had an STI recently and sometimes have sex without condoms, you might be able to join.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 13–29
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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 · 11 studies
- San Francisco General Hospital · 2 studies
- _University of California, San Francisco
- 801 University of California, San Francisco HIV/AIDS CRS
- Bridge HIV CRS
- Bridge HIV, San Francisco Department of Public Health
- Optimus Medical Group
- San Francisco Department of Public Health
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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