Current Studies
Many exciting opportunities await community members of all ages who want to help find new ways to support people infected with HIV and reduce the spread of the virus.
A selected list of studies that are currently recruiting participants is posted below. Additional studies will be added on a regular basis. We invite you to consider participation in any of our research opportunities. Specific eligibility requirements have been established for each study. Studies provide financial incentives to volunteers in acknowledgement of their time and support. Individuals interested in study participation or more information are encouraged to contact Fenway's Research Department for more information at 617.927.6450.
Studies listings are organized in three groups:
Studies for Women
Studies for HIV-Negative People
Studies for HIV-Postive People
Behavioral Studies
Studies for Women
Human Papillomavirus
At least one in two women will get Human Papillomavirus (HPV). Condoms can protect, but don't always stop the spread of HPV. You may never have symptoms or know that you became infected. HPV infection can cause genital warts and over time can raise your risk of developing cervical cancer.
Help research by volunteering for a vaccine research study. How do you qualify?
You may qualify if you:
- are between 18 and 26 years of age
- are willing to use birth control for at least seven months
- are not planning to become pregnant in the first seven months of the study
- have never been vaccinated for HPV
- have not had an abnormal PAP
Please call The Fenway Institute at 617.927.6085 for more information.
Boston University Women's Well-Being Studies
Boston University's Medical Campus is currently recruiting women of diverse sexual orientations for studies looking at health and well-being. Learn more here.
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Studies for HIV-Negative People
Project SOS (Saving OurSelves)
There are more new HIV infections in black gay and bisexual men than in any other group of gay and bisexual men. Do you want to help our community address this problem?
If you are:
- Age 18 or older
- A black male (male at birth or male-identified)
- Sexually active with other men
Then we want your help with a research study that will evaluate ways of reducing HIV infections in Black men who have sex with men. Call toll free 877.767.5434 and ask to speak to someone about Project SOS (Saving Ourselves). Project participants will receive HIV and STI counseling and testing, referrals to care, and peer health navigation. Participants are compensated up to $240.
For more information and to see if you may be eligible, call toll free: 877.SOS.5434 / 877.767.5434
Can One Pill a Day Prevent HIV?
HIV-negative gay/bi men are needed to participate in a research study sponsored by Fenway Health. The study will test whether taking an HIV drug is safe and effective for HIV-negative men who have sex with men. If so, this method may be one of the prevention methods of the future in the prevention of HIV.
Participant will receive confidential HIV counseling and testing and $50 per visits.
Women fought for the right to take on pill a day to prevent pregnancy. Has our time Come?
Participants must be: HIV-negative, 18-years or older, Currently sexually active.
Please call Fenway Health at 617.927.6450.
Project IMPACT
Is your meth use interfering with your friendships, sex life, ability to connect, and mood? How does crystal meth IMPACT you?
Fenway Health is seeking male volunteers to participate in a
research study to develop a holistic therapy to treat issues related to
crystal meth use, depression, and adult sexual health.
By joining Project IMPACT, you’ll receive 10 sessions of individual
therapy for free which will focus on re-learning how to enjoy
previously enjoyed activities without using crystal meth, improving
your mood, and protecting your sexual health and well-being.
Participants are compensated up to $200 over the course of the study.
You might be eligible to participate if:
- You are age18 years or older
- You are a man that has sex with men
- You are HIV-negative
- You have engaged in unprotected sex while using crystal meth in the past 3 months
For more information and to see if you may be eligible, please call Project IMPACT, 617.927.6017.
PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis)
Do you think you've had a risky exposure to HIV within the last 3 days? Call (617) 927-6440 right away to learn if PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) is for you. PEP is a combination of anti HIV medications that may prevent HIV from taking hold in your body. Call now to learn more.
Help us understand more about the Herpes Virus
Genital Herpes is a sexually transmitted chronic, life-long viral infection cause by herpes simplex virus, type 1 (HSV-1) or type 2 (HSV-2) that affects at least 45 million people in the US over the age of 12.
We are currently enrolling qualified individuals into a study looking at the possibility of developing a Herpes Vaccine. If you:
- Have a documented HVS-2 infection
- Have been repeatedly exposed to HVS-2 through an infected partner but are not HVS infected
- Have Genital HSV-1
You may qualify for this study.
The study requires two visits to the study office and a blood draw at each visit. You will be compensated up to $50.00 for two visits. If you are interested in learning more about this study please call Ronn Bill at 617.927.6169
READY TO THRIVE?
More than 1 in 4 Men that have sex with Men have experienced sexual abuse as children or adolescents.
Fenway Health is seeking male volunteers to participate in a research study to develop a holistic therapy to treat issues related to sexual abuse and to adult sexual health.
You may be eligible to participate if:
- You are a man that has sex with men
- You have a history of unwanted sexual contact during childhood or adolescence
- You are HIV-negative
By joining Project THRIVE, you may receive 10 sessions of (no cost) individual and confidential counseling. Therapy will focus on managing trauma and anxiety, and protecting your sexual health and well-being.
The study involves up to 14 visits over 9 months. Participants are compensated up to $275 over the course of the study.
For more information and to see if you may be eligible, call 617.927.6119 or 617.927.6037.
HVTN 205
The simple fact is that, today, HIV is a worldwide epidemic. A safe and effective vaccine is our best hope for stopping the spread of HIV, but this can only be accomplished with the help of volunteers such as yourself.
Here are some facts about HIV vaccine studies:
Fact: You cannot get HIV from participating in an HIV vaccine research study.
Fact: We need volunteers now: We’re seeking HIV negative adults, ages 18-50 in good health and at low risk for acquiring HIV.
Fact: Without volunteers there are no HIV vaccine trials.
Fact: All volunteers receive compensation for their time and free counseling.
Please call 617.927.6450 or email calinsug@fenwayhealth.org if you have any questions or would like to participate.
HVTN 077
Volunteer for a vaccine study, and help end AIDS.
Who me? Well who else? We're looking for some everyday heroes - like you - to volunteer to participate in a vaccine study. Don't worry - it’s impossible to get HIV or AIDS from this vaccine. So if you want to see AIDS stopped in its tracks, step right up and volunteer. The world will thank you.
To learn more, call The Fenway Institute at 617.927.6450 or email calinsug@fenwayhealth.org.
Tops & Bottoms WANTED
Fenway Health is seeking HIV-negative men who have sex with men to participate in a vaccine trial to determine the safety and effectiveness of an investigational HIV vaccine.
The fact is, 63% of all HIV/AIDS cases in the U.S. are in gay and bisexual men and HIV infection rates are rising among men who have sex with men.
We are seeking volunteers: HIV-negative men, Ages 18-45, who have been a top or bottom in the past 6 months. Volunteers receive compensation for their time and travel expenses, as well as confidential HIV counseling and testing.
You cannot get HIV from this investigational HIV vaccine. Please consider volunteering.
For more Information or to volunteer, Call 617.927.6450 or email Danny at dtu@fenwayhealth.org.
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Studies for HIV-Positive People
Project SOS (Saving OurSelves)
There are more new HIV infections in black gay and bisexual men than in any other group of gay and bisexual men. Do you want to help our community address this problem?
If you are:
- Age 18 or older
- A black male (male at birth or male-identified)
- Sexually active with other men
Then we want your help with a research study that will evaluate ways of reducing HIV infections in Black men who have sex with men. Call toll free 877.767.5434 and ask to speak to someone about Project SOS (Saving Ourselves). Project participants will receive HIV and STI counseling and testing, referrals to care, and peer health navigation. Participants are compensated up to $240.
For more information and to see if you may be eligible, call toll free: 877.SOS.5434 / 877.767.5434
Project TRIAD
Are you:
- Living with HIV?
- Currently taking medication for HIV?
- Often Feeling sad or down?
If you said yes to all three, you may be elgible to take part in Project TRIAD, a behvioral research study at Fenway Health.
Study participants receive:
- No-cost assessment and feedback
- Travel reimbursement
- Up to $500 in participant payments
Interested? Call 617.927.6119. Know someone else who might be interested in this study? Please pass this information along.
New Experimental HIV Medication
Are you currently taking one of the following medications and still have an elevated viral load greater that 2,000 copies?
- Epivir (3TC)
- Emtriva (FTC)
- Truvada
- Combivir
- Atripla
- Trizivir
- Epzicom
You may be eligible for a research project looking at the safety, efficacy and tolerability of a new experimental medication. Eligible participant will receive free study medication, lab testing and $50.00 for each completed study visit. If you are interested in learning more about this study please call Ronn Bill at 617.927.6169
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