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Updated May 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov

RECRUITINGPhase 2INTERVENTIONAL

Combination Vaccination and Broadly Neutralising Antibody Therapy in HIV

AbVax: Combination Vaccination and Broadly Neutralising Antibody Therapy in HIV to Induce a Protective T-cell 'Vaccinal Effect' - a Randomised Phase II Clinical Trial

Combination Vaccination and Broadly Neutralising Antibody Therapy in HIV (NCT07054931) is a Phase 2 interventional studying HIV, sponsored by University of Oxford. RECRUITING as of the most recent ClinicalTrials.gov update. Talk to your doctor before contacting the trial site.

Important: This information is not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

About This Trial

There is no cure for HIV infection. Antiretroviral therapy (ART) is widely available but requires daily, life-long intake. This can cause issues around side-effects, resistance, adherence and stigma. A new therapy, broadly neutralising antibodies, (bNAbs), may work as well as ART and may last longer - one dose can last six months. bNAbs appear to first target HIV viruses, then drive a protective immune response conferring long-term control, called the vaccinal effect. AbVax is a clinical trial to understand this effect and how to enhance it to give the strongest possible long-term protection for people living with HIV (PWH). The investigators are studying whether a combination of vaccines that attack HIV, a short period of treatment interruption induced viraemia (TIIV - stopping ART for a few weeks to allow a small amount of virus to return to the bloodstream) and bNABs will produce the most sustained immune protection.

What Stage of Research Is This?

Phase 2 trials evaluate whether a treatment actually works against HIV and continue monitoring side effects. Phase 2 enrolls larger groups (typically 100–300 patients) and produces the first real efficacy signal. A successful Phase 2 readout is what unlocks the much larger Phase 3 confirmatory trials needed for FDA approval.

This trial is currently recruiting participants. The sponsor has registered the study with ClinicalTrials.gov as actively enrolling, which means new applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can be considered for screening. Trial status can change between updates — confirm current recruiting status with the study contact before traveling for a screening visit.

With a target enrollment of 48 participants, this is a small study — typical of early-phase research, rare-disease trials, or pilot studies designed to generate preliminary signal before a larger study is launched.

Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)

Who May Qualify: - PWH aged ≥18 to ≤64 years old at screening - Able to give informed written consent including consent to long-term follow-up - Willing and able to comply with visit schedule and provide blood sampling - Willing to consent to their HIV care team being informed of their participation and sharing relevant clinical information - Stable on oral ART with suppressed undetectable HIV pVL 'target not detected' (TND) using local assays for ≥ 1 years (a single viral load measurement \>50 but \<500 copies/ml during this time period is allowable) - No evidence of viral insensitivity to GS-2872 based on proviral sequencing - No significant co-morbidities according to the investigator's opinion - Nadir CD4 \>200 cells/µl unless treatment commenced during documented acute seroconversion - Current CD4 count \>500 cells/µl or CD4:CD8 ratio \>1.0 - On integrase inhibitor (INSTI) or boosted protease inhibitor (bPI) based regimen at time of randomisation. If previously on non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) must have switched at least 4 weeks prior to randomisation - Adequate haemoglobin (Hb ≥12 g/dL for males, ≥11 g/dL for females) - Weight ≥ 50kg - Has received at least 3 doses of vaccination against coronavirus (COVID-19), at least 4 weeks prior to randomisation - Has received current seasonal vaccination against Influenza\* - People of childbearing potential\*\* must agree to use hormonal contraception, intrauterine device, intrauterine hormone-releasing system, or otherwise practice complete abstinence\*\*\* from at least two weeks before the first Investigational Medicinal Product (IMP) administration, for at least 20 months after the last IMP administration, and until undetectable viral load on ART ...See full criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov Always talk to your doctor about whether this trial is right for you.

These are translations of the protocol\'s inclusion and exclusion criteria, simplified for patients and caregivers. The original clinical text appears below. Eligibility is ultimately confirmed by the trial site\'s screening process — this summary is a starting point for a conversation with your doctor, not a final determination.

Original Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria: * PWH aged ≥18 to ≤64 years old at screening * Able to give informed written consent including consent to long-term follow-up * Willing and able to comply with visit schedule and provide blood sampling * Willing to consent to their HIV care team being informed of their participation and sharing relevant clinical information * Stable on oral ART with suppressed undetectable HIV pVL 'target not detected' (TND) using local assays for ≥ 1 years (a single viral load measurement \>50 but \<500 copies/ml during this time period is allowable) * No evidence of viral insensitivity to GS-2872 based on proviral sequencing * No significant co-morbidities according to the investigator's opinion * Nadir CD4 \>200 cells/µl unless treatment commenced during documented acute seroconversion * Current CD4 count \>500 cells/µl or CD4:CD8 ratio \>1.0 * On integrase inhibitor (INSTI) or boosted protease inhibitor (bPI) based regimen at time of randomisation. If previously on non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) must have switched at least 4 weeks prior to randomisation * Adequate haemoglobin (Hb ≥12 g/dL for males, ≥11 g/dL for females) * Weight ≥ 50kg * Has received at least 3 doses of vaccination against coronavirus (COVID-19), at least 4 weeks prior to randomisation * Has received current seasonal vaccination against Influenza\* * People of childbearing potential\*\* must agree to use hormonal contraception, intrauterine device, intrauterine hormone-releasing system, or otherwise practice complete abstinence\*\*\* from at least two weeks before the first Investigational Medicinal Product (IMP) administration, for at least 20 months after the last IMP administration, and until undetectable viral load on ART * All participants must agree to take precautions to prevent onward transmission of HIV (such as condoms or PrEP) whilst they are off ART and/or have a detectable viral load \* Applicable during Influenza season (September-April inclusive). \*\*Individuals capable of becoming pregnant are defined as those who are fertile, with childbearing reproductive organs, following menarche and until becoming post-menopausal unless permanently sterile. Permanent sterilisation methods include hysterectomy, bilateral salpingectomy and bilateral oophorectomy. Permanent sterilisation of the participant's sole partner (e.g. vasectomy) is also accepted. A postmenopausal state is defined as no menses for 12 months without an alternative medical cause. A high follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) level in the postmenopausal range may be used to confirm a post-menopausal state in those not using hormonal contraception or hormonal replacement therapy. However, in the absence of 12 months of amenorrhea, a single FSH measurement is insufficient. \*\*\*Complete abstinence (defined as refraining from heterosexual intercourse) must be in line with the preferred and usual lifestyle of the participant. Barrier contraception, periodic abstinence (e.g. calendar, ovulation, symptothermal, post ovulation methods), withdrawal and progestogen-only oral hormonal contraception where inhibition of ovulation is not the primary mode of action are not acceptable methods of contraception. Exclusion Criteria: * • Previous ischaemic heart disease (ST or non-ST myocardial infarction, Q3-risk \>20, stable angina, unstable angina, stroke) * Any current or past history of malignancy, excluding squamous cell skin cancers * Concurrent opportunistic infection or other co-morbidity likely to occur during the trial e.g. malabsorption syndromes, autoimmune disease * Any contraindication to receipt of BHIVA recommended combination antiretrovirals * Current treatment with injectable ART * HTLV-1 co-infection * Any evidence of major antiretroviral resistance mutations * Evidence of HBV infection requiring treatment (HBsAg+, or HBcAb+ without HBsAb+) * Evidence of HCV infection (HCVAg+ and/or HCV RNA detected) * Individuals at high risk from severe Covid-19 disease who may be defined in accordance with NHSE guidance as vulnerable and shielded (as per the view of participant's physician) * Current or planned systemic immunosuppressive therapy (inhaled and topical corticosteroids are allowed) * Participation in another research study involving receipt of an investigational medicinal product (IMP) in the 3 months preceding enrolment or 5 half-lives of the investigational medicinal product, whichever is longer, or planned participation during the study period (concurrent observational studies are allowed) * History of anaphylaxis or severe adverse reaction to antibody infusions, or hypersensitivity to GS-2872 or GS-5423 or to any constituent products or excipients thereof * History of anaphylaxis or severe adverse reaction to any previous vaccine * A history of thrombosis with thrombocytopaenia syndrome (TTS) following vaccination with any adenoviral vector vaccines * A history of anti-phospholipid syndrome * A history of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia * A history of cerebral venous sinus thrombosis * Any history of other bleeding or clotting disorders of clinical significance according to the investigator's discretion * Known anti-PF4 antibody positivity * Treatment with IV immunoglobulin or other monoclonal antibody treatments planned during the duration of the trial * Clinically significant abnormal blood test results at screening including 1. Moderate to severe hepatic impairment as defined by significant liver impairment with evidence of advanced fibrosis or cirrhosis with decompensation 2. ALT \>5 x ULN 3. eGFR \<601 4. uPCR \>30 mg/mmol 5. INR \>1.5 * Evidence of organ dysfunction or any clinically significant deviation from normal in medical history, physical examination and/or vital signs that the investigator believes is a preclusion from enrolment into the study * Active alcohol or substance use that, in the investigator's opinion, will prevent adequate adherence with study requirements * Insufficient venous access that will allow scheduled blood draws as per protocol * Concern regarding likelihood of participant not taking precautions to prevent HIV transmission during treatment interruption period * Pregnancy, lactation or intending to become pregnant * Participants unable to be followed closely for geographic, social or psychological reasons * Participants unable to adequately understand written or verbal English to appropriately consent to the study

Treatments Being Tested

BIOLOGICAL

ChAdOx1.tHIVconsv1

solution for injection one dose of 2.5 x 10\^10 vp/ml Arm B and Arm C

BIOLOGICAL

ChAdOx1.HIVconsv62

solution for injection one dose of 2.5 x 10\^10 vp/ml Arm B and Arm C

BIOLOGICAL

MVA.tHIVconsv4

suspension for injection two doses of 1 x 10\^8 vpu/ml Arm B and Arm C

BIOLOGICAL

GS-5423

Solution for infusion 2550 mg Arm A, Arm B and Arm C

BIOLOGICAL

GS-2872

Solution for infusion 850 mg Arm A, Arm B and Arm C

OTHER

Treatment interruption induced viraemia

Participants pause ART before receiving vaccines and/or bNAbs Arm A and Arm C

Locations (3)

Trial sites listed on ClinicalTrials.gov for this study. Site activation status can vary — confirm with the specific site before traveling for a screening visit.

Guys and St Thomas' NHS Trust
London, United Kingdom
St Mary's Clinical Trial Unit
London, United Kingdom
Centre for Clinical Vaccinology and Tropical Medicine (CCVTM)
Oxford, United Kingdom

How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial

Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT07054931), the sponsor (University of Oxford), and the key eligibility criteria — to your next appointment. Your doctor can review the inclusion and exclusion criteria against your medical history, lab values, and current treatments to assess whether you are likely to qualify. They can also help you weigh whether trial participation makes sense alongside your existing care plan.

Useful questions to walk through together: What does the trial protocol require beyond standard care? How long is the active treatment phase, and how long is follow-up? Are there study visits at sites I can reach? Who pays for the trial-specific procedures, and who pays for standard-of-care portions? See our 25 questions to ask about clinical trials guide for a more complete checklist.

Authoritative Sources

The official record for this trial lives on ClinicalTrials.gov — the federal registry maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. For background on how this trial fits into the FDA approval pathway, see the FDA drug approval process. For oncology-specific guidance for patients considering trials, the National Cancer Institute publishes patient-oriented overviews. International trial registries are aggregated by the WHO ICTRP.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NCT07054931 clinical trial studying?

There is no cure for HIV infection. Antiretroviral therapy (ART) is widely available but requires daily, life-long intake. This can cause issues around side-effects, resistance, adherence and stigma. A new therapy, broadly neutralising antibodies, (bNAbs), may work as well as ART and may last longer - one dose can last six months. bNAbs appear to first target HIV viruses, then drive a protective immune response conferring long-term control, called the vaccinal effect. AbVax is a clinical trial to understand this effect and how to enhance it to give the strongest possible long-term protection f… The full protocol is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and includes the primary outcome measures, eligibility criteria, and study endpoints.

Who can participate in NCT07054931?

Eligibility for this trial depends on the specific inclusion and exclusion criteria set by the sponsor. The plain-English summary above translates the most important criteria into accessible language; the official clinical text is preserved in the collapsible section underneath. Whether you fit any specific trial is a medical decision your doctor needs to confirm — bring the trial information to your treating physician for a full review against your medical history.

How do I contact the trial site for NCT07054931?

Contact information registered with ClinicalTrials.gov is shown in the sidebar of this page. Before reaching out, confirm with your treating physician that this trial is appropriate for your situation. The trial site will then walk you through the screening process to determine final eligibility.

Is participating in a clinical trial safe?

Clinical trials in the United States are regulated by the FDA and overseen by Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) that review the protocol for safety. Risk varies by trial — Phase 1 studies test new treatments in humans for the first time, while Phase 3 trials use treatments that have already passed earlier safety screening. The informed consent document for any specific trial details the known risks and what to expect. Discuss those risks with your physician before deciding whether to participate.

Where can I verify the data on this page?

Every detail on this page comes directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API. Click "View on ClinicalTrials.gov" in the sidebar to see the official, unmodified record. The federal record is always authoritative; this page is a structured presentation with a plain-English eligibility translation. For background on how clinical trials are regulated, see the FDA drug approval process documentation.

How This Page Is Built

Every field on this page is pulled directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 — no estimates, no proxies. The plain-English eligibility translation is generated from the original protocol text and reviewed for fidelity to the underlying clinical criteria. The original clinical text remains visible in the collapsible section above so users and clinicians can verify the translation. Read the full methodology for the data pipeline and known limitations.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 record for NCT07054931. Maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. Public domain. Cite as: "TrialFinderData. NCT07054931. Data: ClinicalTrials.gov."

Medical disclaimer: This page is informational, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

Last updated 2026-05-08 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov.