Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Phase1; Phase2 Interventional Ages 20 to 49

Assessing immune response to yellow fever vaccine in previously vaccinated adults

Official title: A Phase I/II Study Of The Immunogenicity Of The Yellow Fever Vaccine 17D (YFVax®) In Adults With Prior 17D Vaccination

Run by Oregon Health and Science University · NCT05859490 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing how well the yellow fever vaccine works in adults who have already been vaccinated before, to see if their previous shots help boost their immune response when they get vaccinated again.

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Quick facts

PhasePhase1; Phase2
Study typeInterventional
Ages20 Years to 49 Years
SexAll
Enrollment35 (estimated)
SponsorOregon Health and Science University
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy, radiation
Locations1 site (Portland, Oregon)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 1, 2023
Main results expectedNovember 1, 2025
Study endsDecember 31, 2025
Registry record updatedJuly 31, 2025
Trial IDNCT05859490 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are healthy adults aged 20 to 50 years with a documented history of yellow fever vaccination at least 8 years prior.

Probably not a fit

Patients with active infections, known allergies to vaccine components, or significant cognitive impairments may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to evaluate the immune response in adults who have previously received the yellow fever vaccine 17D and are being re-vaccinated with the same vaccine. The study will measure how prior vaccination influences antibody responses and immune cell reactions to the re-vaccination. Participants will provide blood samples before and after vaccination, as well as maintain a daily diary of symptoms for 14 days. The findings are expected to help establish metrics for effective yellow fever vaccination strategies in future outbreaks.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the understanding of immunity to yellow fever and improve vaccination strategies for better protection against outbreaks.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have explored similar vaccination approaches, but this specific investigation into re-vaccination responses in previously vaccinated adults is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Aged ≥20 to \<50 years.
2. Male or female.
3. In good health at the time of screening as determined by medical history, physical examination, and clinical judgement of the investigator.
4. Documented history of Yellow fever vaccination 8 or more years prior. Documentation must be on a primary (not copied) vaccination card or a fully completed electronic medical record entry including date of administration and lot number administered.
5. Subjects who can comply with all trial procedures and are available for the duration of follow-up.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. A clinically active infection or self-reported body temperature ≥38°C (100.4°F) within 3 days of scheduled date of vaccination (consider whether the finding is an exclusion criterion or criterion for delay of vaccination see Section 8.3).
2. A known hypersensitivity or allergy to any of the trial vaccine components including eggs.
3. Behavioral/cognitive impairment that, in the investigator's opinion, may interfere with the subject's ability to participate safely in the trial.
4. Any history of neurologic disorder, seizure disorder or neuro-inflammatory disease.
5. Any illness, or history of any illness that, in the investigator's opinion, could interfere with the trial or pose an additional risk to the subject during the trial period.
6. Known or suspected impairment/alteration of immune function, including:

   1. Chronic use of oral steroids within 60 days prior to enrollment. Inhaled steroids are allowed.
   2. Receipt of parenteral steroids within 60 days prior to screening visit.
   3. Receipt of immunoglobulins and/or any blood products within the 3 months prior to enrollment or planned receipt during the trial.
   4. Receipt of immunostimulants within 60 days prior to screening visit
   5. Immunosuppressive therapy such as anti-cancer chemotherapy or radiation therapy within 6 months of enrollment.
   6. Known Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection or HIV-related disease.
   7. Hepatitis C virus infection.
   8. Genetic immunodeficiency.
7. History of splenic or thymic dysfunction.
8. Any serious chronic or progressive disease as assessed by the investigator (eg, neoplasm, hematologic malignancies, insulin dependent diabetes; cardiac, renal, or hepatic disease).
9. Body Mass Index (BMI) greater than or equal to 35 kg/m2.
10. Concurrent participation in any clinical trial with another investigational product 30 days prior to or during the conduct of this trial.
11. Vaccination within 14 days (for inactivated vaccines) or 28 days (for live vaccines) prior to enrollment or plans to receive any vaccine within 28 days of trial vaccine administration (consider whether applicable as an exclusion criterion or criterion for delay of trial vaccine administration).
12. Use of antipyretics and/or analgesic medications within 24 hours prior to vaccination. Trial entry should be delayed to allow for a full 24-hours to have passed since last use of antipyretics and/or analgesic medications (consider whether applicable as an exclusion criterion or criterion for delay of trial vaccine administration).
13. Subjects with history of substance or alcohol abuse within the past 2 years.
14. Subjects who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
15. Subjects of childbearing potential who are sexually active with men and have not used "acceptable contraceptive methods" for at least 2 months prior to enrollment.

    1. Of "childbearing potential" is defined as beyond onset of menarche and not: menopausal for 2 or more years, post bilateral tubal ligation at 1 year prior, post bilateral oophorectomy for at least 1 year or post hysterectomy.
    2. "Acceptable birth control methods" include:

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    1. Hormonal contraceptives (such as oral, injection, transdermal patch, implant, cervical ring).
    2. Barrier method (condom with spermicide or diaphragm with spermicide) every time during intercourse.
    3. Intrauterine device.
    4. Monogamous relationship with vasectomized partner (partner must have been vasectomized for at least 6 months prior to the subject's enrollment.
16. Subjects of childbearing potential who are sexually active with men and refuse acceptable contraceptive method up to 28 days after the vaccination.
17. Any positive or indeterminate pregnancy test.
18. Planned vaccination (during the trial conduct) against any other vaccine preventable disease.
19. Planned travel (during the trial) to any YFV endemic area.
20. Screening serology consistent with prior history of dengue, zika, West Nile or Japanese encephalitis virus infection.

It may occur that a prospective subject meets all entry criteria except one that relates to short term clinical condition (e.g., fever, recent use of excluded medications). Under these circumstances, eligibility for delayed trial enrollment may be considered after inclusion/exclusion criteria have been rechecked, and if the subject is confirmed to be eligible.

Where it's running

  • Oregon Health & Science University
    Portland, Oregon, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: William Messer, MD PhD — Oregon Health and Science University
  • Study coordinator: William Messer, MD PhD
  • Email: messer@ohsu.edu
  • Phone: 503-494-2185

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.