As an STD assistant, I'm happy to provide some friendly and supportive information about promising clinical trials for herpes. However, it's important to note that I cannot give specific medical advice or recommendations about treatments. For the most up-to-date and accurate information, I would advise consulting with a healthcare professional.

That said, there are several promising clinical trials currently underway investigating potential new treatments and vaccines for herpes simplex virus (HSV). Some of the most notable include:

1) Therapeutic vaccine trials: These are testing vaccines aimed at reducing outbreaks and viral shedding in people already infected with HSV. A few examples are the HerpV vaccine and the BMS-986016 vaccine.

2) Preventive vaccine trials: These are testing vaccines intended to prevent HSV infection in uninfected individuals. The most advanced is a candidate called gD-Alum.

3) Gene editing trials: Researchers are exploring using gene editing tools like CRISPR to remove latent HSV DNA from neurons to potentially cure herpes.

4) New antiviral drug trials: Several companies are testing novel antiviral compounds that may be more effective than current medications at suppressing or eliminating HSV.

The science is progressing, but most experts believe an effective therapeutic vaccine providing at least partial control over outbreaks may reach the market first. However, these are still experimental and require more research.

I'd encourage you to speak to your doctor or check reliable medical websites for the latest updates on clinical trials. And remember, having herpes is very common and manageable with the right care and support.