Studies - Infectious Diseases Research
Norwalk Virus Vaccine Study (H-24621)
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine need healthy, adult volunteers to participate in a research study to evaluate a vaccine against Norwalk Virus, a common cause of short-term vomiting and diarrhea illness that occurs in our community (commonly known as intestinal flu or the cruise ship virus). Study requirements involve receipt of two doses of vaccine or placebo in the nose, an inpatient hospitalization (less than one week), and several outpatient visits over a 3 month periods. Participants should expect to become ill for at least a day or more. Criteria for participation are strict. Enrollment is restricted to qualified subjects and participation is associated with some risks. Compensation will be paid according to the degree of a subject's level of participation.
For further information contact study staff at: 713-798-7542 or e-mail norwalk@bcm.edu.
2009 H1N1 ('Swine Flu') Study (H-25047)
Investigators at the Baylor College of Medicine Vaccine Research Center are seeking volunteers who have recently been diagnosed with infection caused by the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus. This research study is supported by the National Institutes of Health. Study Requirements: Willingness to provide medical history and samples of blood and/or respiratory secretions, and to be contacted for up to 3 months after enrollment for additional study visits. Participants will be compensated for their time and effort.
Call 713-798-4912 for more information.