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AIDS clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for AIDS — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
14 US clinical trials · 3 currently recruiting
The research picture
AIDS has 14 registered US clinical trials, 3 of them open to new participants right now — about 21% of the total.
- 3
- recruiting participants now
- 21%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 2
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 2
- top sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline
Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.
Active & Recent Trials
The DC Cohort Longitudinal HIV Status Neutral Study
George Washington University
NCT01206920
The Collaborative Care PrTNER Study
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
NCT06585631
Virologic and Immunologic Characteristics of Severe Mpox in Persons With Advanced HIV
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
NCT06045923
CSP #512 - Options in Management With Anti-Retrovirals
US Department of Veterans Affairs
NCT00050089
Efficacy and Safety of GSK Biologicals HIV Vaccine in Antiretroviral Therapy (ART)-naïve HIV-1 Infected Persons
GlaxoSmithKline
NCT01218113
Long-term Follow-up of Participants From Studies Evaluating GSK HIV Vaccine
GlaxoSmithKline
NCT01092611
Neurocognitive Effects and Tolerability of Efavirenz in Aging HIV-infected Individuals ("SHAC Neuro Study")
Stanford University
NCT01985399
Buprenorphine and Integrated HIV Care
Yale University
NCT00317460
Lower Extremity Splinting to Manage Pain and Sleep Disturbances Associated With HIV/AIDS Related Peripheral Neuropathy
Texas Woman's University
NCT01419314
Exercise and Pioglitazone for HIV-Metabolic Syndromes
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
NCT00639457
Vitamin D Dose Finding Study
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
NCT01092338
Switching Undetectables to Selzentry
St. Hope Foundation
NCT01866267
Safety and Durability ofTenofovir and a Cell Cycle Agent for Viral Suppression
University of Maryland, Baltimore
NCT00344981
HIV Infection and Tobacco Use Among Injection Drug Users in Baltimore, Maryland: A Pilot Study of Biomarkers
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
NCT00491335
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 1 |
| Phase 2 | 2 |
| Phase 4 | 2 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the AIDS Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 14 US studies indexed under AIDS, and 3 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 21% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for AIDS shows 2 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 3 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for AIDS is led by GlaxoSmithKline with 2 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 14 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for AIDS?
PlainTrial tracks 14 US clinical trials for AIDS, of which 3 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for AIDS?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.