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 applicable2,709
- Phase 2361
- Phase 4321
- Phase 1292
- Phase 3286
- Phase 1/Phase 2141
- Phase 2/Phase 365
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
- California237
- Maryland147
- Alabama89
- New York77
- Florida74
- Texas61
- Massachusetts56
- Arizona46
- Pennsylvania45
- Illinois42
Recruiting studies4,175 total
- NCT05711485Recruiting
Test whole-blood transfusion plan for severe malaria in young children
This trial studies a platelet-focused strategy for giving whole blood to children under 5 with severe malaria. It aims to see whether this approach can improve care while keeping children safe.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 6 months–4.9 years - NCT05713149Recruiting
Treating pressure sores with surgery and anti-bacterial medicines
This study looks at whether combining a surgical skin flap with anti-bacterial treatment can improve pressure sores that are complicated by bone infection (osteomyelitis). It targets adults who have nerve/movement problems that put them at high risk for these sores.
GarchesAges 18 years+ - NCT05721781Recruiting
Reducing infection risk after gum and tooth issues
This study looks at ways to lower the risk of infective endocarditis, a serious heart infection that can happen after certain bacteria enter the bloodstream from the mouth. You may be asked to pause routine dental cleanings for a period while they track dental health and infection risk.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05723653Recruiting
Cell phone social support for people not in HIV care
This study tests a social support intervention delivered through a “support person” (a confidant) to help people stay engaged in HIV care and improve viral suppression. It may help by strengthening support outside of clinic visits and making care easier to follow.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–49 - NCT05726825Recruiting
Add-on plasma exchange for new septic shock
This study tests whether adding plasma exchange (a blood-cleaning treatment) to usual care can improve outcomes for people with new septic shock. If you qualify, you may receive this treatment soon after septic shock is diagnosed to help your body recover.
InnsbruckAges 18–80 - NCT05728242Recruiting
Gastric ultrasound to guide anesthesia for fracture surgery
This trial studies using a bedside ultrasound scan of the stomach (“gastric ultrasound”) to help guide anesthesia decisions during surgery for traumatic fractures. It may help reduce stomach-related anesthesia risks in the operating room by better assessing stomach contents.
IstanbulAges 18–90 - NCT05730244RecruitingPhase 1
Test cream made from cassia alata for skin rash
This Phase 1 study tests how safe and how well a 20% cassia alata (a plant extract) cream works for tinea versicolor, a common skin condition. You may be able to join if your rash matches the study’s confirmed diagnosis and you have not used treatment recently.
Kingston, OtherAges 18–89 - NCT05731427Recruiting
Study on what drives bronchiectasis worsening
This study looks at why bronchiectasis gets worse over time. It may help doctors understand the disease better and find better ways to monitor or treat it.
Guiyang, GuizhouAges 18 years+ - NCT05733104Recruiting
Study of Zavicefta safety after it’s used in Korea
This study looks at how the antibiotic Zavicefta is doing after it’s been approved and used by doctors in Korea. It may help confirm its safety and appropriate use for certain serious infections.
Seoul, Gangnam-guAges 3 months+ - NCT05736354Recruiting
Study causes of problems after breast implants
This study looks at why breast implants can lead to complications and what those problems may involve. You may be asked to let researchers collect information and tissue or fluid samples when you have your implant removed or another breast surgery.
Carmel, IndianaAges 18 years+ - NCT05739825Recruiting
Fecal transplant to change gut bacteria in C. difficile infection
This trial studies whether fecal microbiota transplantation (a procedure that transfers healthy stool bacteria) can change a person’s gut bacteria after repeated C. difficile infection. It may help reduce recurring infections by restoring a healthier balance of gut microbes.
RomaAges 18–90 - NCT05741112Recruiting
Long COVID wearable study to track symptoms and help daily management
This study uses a wearable device to track symptoms and patterns in people with Long COVID, ME/CFS, and/or POTS. The goal is to see how wearable feedback and tracking tools may help you manage your symptoms.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05743374Recruiting
Diet changes with micronutrients for ulcerative colitis
This trial looks at whether changing your diet with certain vitamins or minerals (micronutrients) and other diet additives can improve health in people with moderately active ulcerative colitis. You may be asked to follow a specific diet plan, while your symptoms and medication stability are monitored.
Malmö, Skåne CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT05745805Recruiting
Study of brain scans after the first COVID wave
This study checks how COVID affected people’s health and brain changes using follow-up information and brain scans. It may help researchers understand longer-term effects and what to watch for after COVID, especially in people with mild or moderate illness.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–65 - NCT05746715Recruiting
Study of people at risk for inherited CJD before symptoms
This study follows people who have a close family member with inherited Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) to understand how the disease develops before any symptoms. It may involve genetic testing and safety-required procedures like brain scans and a spinal fluid test to learn about early changes.
Tel AvivAges 50 years+ - NCT05750628RecruitingPhase 2
Testing malaria medicines in uncomplicated falciparum malaria
This trial studies how well and how safely different anti-malaria medicines work for people who have uncomplicated malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum. You may be eligible if you have a confirmed infection with a certain parasite level and do not have signs of severe disease or major health conditions.
BanforaAges 2–100 - NCT05753683Recruiting
Online group talks to build social support for young women
This study tests whether online discussion groups can increase social support for young Black/African American women who have had recent substance use. It also specifically focuses on women who are HIV negative and not using PrEP, to support healthier choices and community connection.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–30 - NCT05753813RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Study lactic acid gel to change vaginal germs
This early study tests whether placing a lactic acid gel inside the vagina can change the vaginal “microbiome,” the mix of germs, to help reduce repeat BV or yeast infections. You may join if you’ve had at least two recent episodes that needed treatment.
Honolulu, HawaiiAges 18–54 - NCT05756582Recruiting
Screening for hidden TB infection in hospital staff and students
This trial checks hospital workers and certain medical students to see how many have “latent TB,” meaning TB bacteria in the body that may not cause symptoms. The goal is to better understand who might need follow-up and prevention.
RomaAges 18–72 - NCT05758532RecruitingPhase 4
Modified measles vaccine schedule to help prevent allergies in babies
This study tests whether changing the measles vaccine timing in 6-month-old children can reduce allergy risk and also help protect against unrelated infections. If your child is already up to date with routine vaccines, they may be eligible for a modified measles (MMR) schedule used in the trial.
GenevaAges 6 months–6 months - NCT05761197Recruiting
Study of mouth yeast infection and a preventive treatment
This trial studies children ages 9–15 months and looks at oropharyngeal yeast infection in the mouth (often called “OPC”). It may help researchers understand how to prevent or manage this condition.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 9 months–1.3 years - NCT05761522Recruiting
Testing norepinephrine for blood pressure in septic shock
This trial studies how norepinephrine affects the heart and circulation in adults with septic shock whose blood pressure stays low after the first day. It may help doctors better choose and adjust medicines to support blood pressure and organ function.
ReimsAges 18 years+ - NCT05762705Recruiting
Mobile game app to help you take PrEP
This trial tests whether a mobile gaming app can help people stick with PrEP (HIV prevention) so doses aren’t missed. It may help you stay on track during the first month after starting or restarting PrEP.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 15–34 - NCT05763251Recruiting
Shorter antifungal treatment for yeast bloodstream infection in children
This trial compares shorter vs longer treatment for children with an uncomplicated yeast (Candida) bloodstream infection once blood cultures are clear. It may help reduce medicine exposure while keeping the infection under control.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 4 months+
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 7,076 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.
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- 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.