Infectious disease
Infections clinical trials
Bacterial, viral, and other infections — from common illnesses to emerging threats. We’re tracking 4,175 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable2,710
- Phase 2360
- Phase 4321
- Phase 1291
- Phase 3288
- Phase 1/Phase 2141
- Phase 2/Phase 364
Top conditions
Leading sponsors
- National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)89
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris80
- University of California, San Francisco44
- Johns Hopkins University32
- Hospices Civils de Lyon30
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)28
- University of Washington27
- University Hospital, Strasbourg, France26
- Columbia University23
- University of Alabama at Birmingham23
Where studies are running
- California236
- Maryland147
- Alabama89
- New York76
- Florida74
- Texas61
- Massachusetts56
- Arizona46
- Pennsylvania45
- Illinois42
Recruiting studies4,175 total
- NCT06624436RecruitingPhase 4
Study of anti-inflammatory drugs in brief, controlled inflammation
This study tests how three different anti-inflammatory drugs (dexamethasone, tocilizumab, and anakinra) affect the body's immune response during a controlled, short-term inflammation. It is for healthy young men who can safely receive an experimental substance that temporarily mimics an infection.
Nijmegen, GelderlandAges 18–35 - NCT06624540Recruiting
Reducing pneumonia in ICU patients through evidence-based nursing
This trial tests whether teaching nurses proven methods can lower the rate of ventilator-associated pneumonia (a lung infection from breathing machines) in intensive care. It aims to improve care for patients on ventilators.
DhakaAges 18 years+ - NCT06624618Recruiting
Fast DNA test for sepsis in the ICU
This study tests a quick DNA-based test to find bloodstream infections in ICU patients. If you are getting standard blood cultures for a suspected infection, you may be able to join.
Maastricht, LimburgAges 18 years+ - NCT06624631RecruitingPhase 4
Malaria treatment study for children with severe anemia
This study tests a malaria treatment called PDMC in children under 10 who are in the hospital with severe anemia or severe malaria. It aims to see if this treatment can help prevent further health problems.
KisumuAges Up to 9 years - NCT06624787Recruiting
Rapid test for Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever
This trial is developing a quick, point-of-care diagnostic test for Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF), a serious viral illness. If you have symptoms and are being tested for CCHF, this study could help confirm the diagnosis faster.
ErzurumAges 18 years+ - NCT06625268Recruiting
Quick Test for Urinary Tract Infections in Women
This study tests a quick, in-clinic test for women with suspected urinary tract infections. The goal is to see if the test can accurately find bacteria and give fast results to help your doctor choose the right treatment.
Würzburg, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT06626399Recruiting
ChatGPT-4 for detecting surgical site infections after colorectal surgery
This trial tests whether ChatGPT-4 can help detect surgical site infections after colorectal surgery by looking at your electronic health records. It aims to improve infection monitoring without extra tests or visits.
Granollers, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06627764Recruiting
Family program for Latino immigrant families with teens
This study tests a family-based program to help Latino immigrant parents and their teenagers (ages 12-17) build stronger relationships and address challenges together. It is designed for first-generation immigrant families who speak English or Spanish.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 12–100 - 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.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06633666Recruiting
Acupuncture for Long COVID brain and mood symptoms
This study tests whether acupuncture can help with brain fog, memory problems, depression, or anxiety that started after COVID-19 and won't go away. If you have Long COVID and these symptoms, acupuncture might offer relief.
Kowloon Tong, KowloonAges 18–80 - NCT06634069RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new approach for septic shock patients
This trial tests a special fluid management strategy for people in septic shock—a serious infection that causes very low blood pressure. It aims to improve blood flow to organs and help you recover.
Pilsen, Czech RepublicAges 18–90 - NCT06634940Recruiting
Tracking antibiotic resistance in cirrhosis infections
This study looks at bacterial infections in people with cirrhosis to understand which antibiotics still work. The goal is to improve treatment for future patients with liver disease.
Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires F.D.Ages 17 years+ - NCT06635330RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR T cell therapy for children with relapsed B-cell leukemia
This trial tests a new CAR T cell treatment for children whose B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia has come back or not responded to standard therapy. The goal is to see if this therapy is safe and can help control the cancer so a stem cell transplant may be possible.
Tehran, Tehran ProvinceAges 2–18 - NCT06635525Recruiting
How kidney failure affects your flu shot response
This study looks at how well the flu vaccine works in people with kidney failure who are on dialysis compared to healthy people. It will help doctors understand how kidney problems affect the body’s immune response to vaccination.
MilanAges 18–70 - NCT06635798RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a medicine to prevent tetanus after dirty wounds
This trial tests a new medicine called GR2001 to help prevent tetanus after a dirty wound. It is for people who have not had many tetanus shots before and need extra protection.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT06637904Recruiting
TriVerity blood test for emergency patients with infection
This study tests a new blood test (called TriVerity™) that may help emergency room doctors figure out how sick you are if you have a suspected infection. If you qualify, doctors will check your blood and monitor your recovery through a short phone follow-up.
Peoria, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06638320Recruiting
Hepatitis Delta Risk Study in Hepatitis B Patients
This study looks for hepatitis delta virus (a virus that only affects people with hepatitis B) in patients who have chronic hepatitis B. Researchers want to understand how common this co-infection is and which patients are at highest risk.
Hà Nội, Northern VietnamAges 16 years+ - NCT06638567Recruiting
Comparing insulin methods after surgery for type 2 diabetes
This trial tests two ways to give insulin after gastrointestinal or vascular surgery to see which one leads to fewer wound infections. It may help if you have type 2 diabetes and are having one of these surgeries.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT06638931RecruitingPhase 2
Nivolumab for rare solid tumors with high PD-L1
This trial is testing a drug called Nivolumab (an immunotherapy) for people with rare solid tumors that have high levels of PD-L1. It might be an option if you have tried other treatments and they stopped working or caused too many side effects.
Fortaleza, CearáAges 18 years+ - NCT06643039Recruiting
Study on hospital-acquired respiratory virus infections
This trial looks at respiratory viruses caught in the hospital. If you are an adult patient or healthcare worker with flu-like symptoms that started while in the hospital, you may help researchers learn more about these infections.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT06643247Recruiting
Electroacupuncture for shingles pain and immune response
This study tests if electroacupuncture can help calm the immune system and reduce shingles pain. It is for women aged 50–70 who have had a shingles rash for 7 days or less and have not yet taken any medication for their shingles.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 50–70 - NCT06643416RecruitingPhase 3
Timolol cream for nail problems from lung cancer drugs
This trial tests if a timolol cream can help treat painful or infected nails (paronychia) caused by certain lung cancer medications. If you have non-small cell lung cancer and nail problems from your treatment, this study may offer relief.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06645106Recruiting
Rapid syphilis testing for pregnant patients in the ER
This trial offers quick, on-the-spot syphilis testing for pregnant people who come to the emergency department or obstetrical triage and haven't had prenatal care or a syphilis test yet during this pregnancy. It aims to make testing easier and faster so you can get care if needed.
Houston, TexasAges 18–50 - NCT06645821RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Cream for mild to moderate hidradenitis suppurativa
This trial tests a new cream (EVO101) for people with mild to moderate hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a skin condition causing painful lumps. It aims to see if the cream can reduce the number of lesions. Participants cannot use certain other HS treatments during the study.
Norfolk, VirginiaAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many infections clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 4,175 recruiting infectious disease studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 7,094 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Infections” cover here?
- Bacterial, viral, and other infections — from common illnesses to emerging threats. We group each study into infections based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a infections trial near me?
- Use the search to filter infections studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
Other specialties
- Cancer
- Brain & nervous system
- Heart & circulation
- Hormones & metabolism
- Mental health
- Digestive system
- Lungs & breathing
- Immune system & allergy
- Women’s health & pregnancy
- Skin
- Blood & lymphatic
- Kidney & urinary
- Genetic & congenital
- Bones, joints & muscles
- Pain
- Injuries & trauma
- Mouth & dental
- Eyes & vision
- Ear, nose & throat
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.