Clinical trials · Washington, D.C., DC
Infections clinical trials in Washington, D.C.
We’re tracking 131 recruiting infections studies with a site in or near Washington, D.C. — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Washington, D.C.
- NCT06224933Recruiting
Augmented reality for MRI-guided procedures in children
This study tests if augmented reality (a type of computer overlay) can help doctors perform MRI-guided needle procedures more accurately in children and young adults. It may lead to safer and more precise treatments.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 3–21 - 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.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 4 months–21 years - 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.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - 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.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 15 years+ - NCT07322146Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Shorter antibiotics for children with common infections
This study tests whether shorter courses of antibiotics are as effective as longer ones for children hospitalized with pneumonia, skin infections, or urinary tract infections. It may help children get back to normal faster and reduce side effects.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 2 months–17 years - 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.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 13–29 - NCT07387367RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing two drugs for adenovirus after stem cell transplant
This trial tests a new drug, brincidofovir (BCV), against an existing drug, cidofovir (CDV), for treating adenovirus infection in people who recently had a stem cell transplant. The goal is to see which works better with fewer side effects.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 2 months+ - NCT04398901Enrolling by invitation
Study of brain and development outcomes after Zika exposure
This study follows children to compare development in kids exposed to Zika before birth versus similar children not exposed. The goal is to understand what effects Zika exposure may have on early brain development and long-term outcomes.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 3–7 - NCT07266831RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
New HIV treatment for people not yet on medication
This study tests a new combination medicine for people with HIV who have never taken treatment. It aims to see if it is safe and helps reduce the amount of virus in the blood.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - 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.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 3 days–2 years - NCT06026969Recruiting
Study on Lyme disease and baby development after pregnancy exposure
This study looks at how Lyme disease during pregnancy might affect a baby's development. It involves questionnaires and possibly an MRI of the baby's brain, done at a visit or remotely.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06679140RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Ibuzatrelvir for COVID-19 in high-risk patients
This trial tests if a new medicine called ibuzatrelvir can help people with COVID-19 who have certain health risks avoid severe illness. It is for patients who cannot or choose not to take another COVID-19 pill called Paxlovid.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 12 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.
Georgetown, District of ColumbiaAges Any age - NCT00006150Recruiting
Understanding Hyper-IgE Syndrome: Natural History and Genetics
This study follows people with or suspected Hyper-IgE syndrome (a rare immune disorder causing repeated infections and skin problems) to understand how the condition develops, how best to manage it, and which genes are involved. Researchers also welcome healthy relatives of patients to help identify genetic patterns.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 month–120 years - NCT06607003RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a malaria infection in healthy adults
This study gives healthy adults who have never had malaria a controlled infection with the parasite that causes malaria, to see if it is safe and if mosquitoes can pick up the parasite from them. It may help develop new ways to prevent malaria.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–54 - NCT07706686RecruitingPhase 1
Dengue challenge study in people with prior infection
This study tests how the body responds to a mild, lab-made dengue virus in people who have had dengue before. It looks at how the immune system reacts to a second infection, which may help improve future vaccines and treatments.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–50 - NCT05592626RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
T cell activator STAR0602 for advanced solid tumors
This study tests an experimental drug called STAR0602 that aims to boost your immune system's T cells to fight advanced solid tumors. It's for patients whose cancer has not responded to standard treatments or for whom such treatments are not suitable.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07215871Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Second H10N7 flu challenge for prior participants
This study tests whether people who have already been exposed to a lab-made H10N7 flu virus can be safely exposed again. It checks how their immune system responds and how long they shed the virus, in a controlled, isolated setting.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–55 - NCT07704333RecruitingPhase 1
Imaging test for invasive mold infections
This study tests a new imaging agent that may help doctors see mold infections in the body. It involves healthy volunteers and people with mold infections, and aims to improve how these infections are detected and monitored.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT06908096RecruitingPhase 1
EBV nanoparticle vaccine study for healthy adults
This study tests two experimental vaccines against Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), the germ that causes mono. You may be able to join if you are a healthy adult aged 18–29 and haven't had an EBV vaccine before. The trial will check if the vaccines are safe and trigger an immune response.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–29 - NCT01212003Recruiting
Study of how tuberculosis develops over time
This study follows people with suspected or confirmed tuberculosis (TB), whether they have inactive “latent” TB or active TB. It helps researchers better understand TB’s natural course and may improve future testing and care by allowing collection and storage of samples.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–100 - NCT06920628RecruitingPhase 1
Brain scan study for long COVID neurological symptoms
This study uses a special PET scan to look at brain inflammation in people with neurological symptoms after COVID-19. It aims to understand how inflammation might be linked to ongoing problems like brain fog or memory issues.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–70 - NCT00789009Recruiting
Monitoring people with known or suspected HIV infection
This study tests how well researchers can track HIV-related health and immune changes over time by collecting blood and other samples. It may help you and your care team by creating detailed monitoring, even if your HIV diagnosis is new or still being evaluated.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT00344188Recruiting
Study of Leishmania infections
This trial studies people with Leishmania infections (a parasitic disease often from sand fly bites). Researchers aim to better understand and treat the infection, and you may benefit from expert care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3–100
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Where these studies are running near Washington, D.C.
Institutions with a site for the recruiting infections studies listed above.
- National Institutes of Health Clinical Center · 10 studies
- Children's National Hospital · 7 studies
- Johns Hopkins University · 3 studies
- Georgetown University Medical Center · 2 studies
- Jadestone Clinical Research · 2 studies
- American Gastroenterological Association
- Centennial Medical Group
- Children's National Medical 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.
Common questions
- Are there infections clinical trials near Washington, D.C.?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 131 recruiting infections studies with a site near Washington, D.C., 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 Washington, D.C.?
- 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 Washington, D.C. to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Washington, D.C., 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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