If I am eligible, who will contact me and who do they work for?
You will be contacted by a member of the clinical trial research team, typically the Research Coordinator. The Research Coordinator, who is often a nurse, serves as the liaison between patients and the researchers. The Research Coordinator reports to the Principal Investigator (commonly called the "PI"), the physician who leads the trial. The Research Coordinator and PI may work for a hospital, university, or clinical lab.
The clinical trial will also have a "study sponsor" (or "trial sponsor"). This is the individual or organization that oversees and funds the clinical trial. The study sponsor is often a pharmaceutical company seeking to test the effectiveness of a new drug or therapy.
Why is diversity important in clinical trials?
Clinical trials are the primary way we determine whether experimental treatments are safe and effective. Increasing diversity better reflects the range of populations that will use the therapy, or vaccine, being studied...
I understand that not everyone is chosen to participate in a clinical trial. How do I determine if I am eligible?
All clinical trials have specific guidelines about who can participate. After you agree to join a trial, you will be screened by clinical staff to ensure you are eligible...
Where can I find a clinical trial for my disease?
If you'd like to find clinical trials for your disease, you should talk to your doctor about available options. Additionally, there are resources available on the internet...