It's your choice
Taking part is always voluntary. Ask questions, take your time and talk it over with your family and doctor.
Find a clinical study
Clinical studies help bring new treatments to patients. Learn what taking part involves, and how to hear about studies that may suit you.
For patients and families
Before you take part
What to know about joining a study
You'll know what's involved
The study team explains the purpose, visits, possible risks and benefits, and asks for your informed consent first.
You can leave at any time
Withdraw whenever you choose, without it affecting your regular medical care.
Help getting to visits
For many studies, travel is arranged or expenses reimbursed, so distance doesn't stand in the way.
Taking part
What happens if you join a study
- 01
Learn
The study team explains the study in your language and gives you written information to take home.
- 02
Decide
Take your time and talk to your family and your own doctor. Ask any question you like.
- 03
Consent
If you agree, you sign a consent form. For some studies the consent conversation is also video-recorded, as Indian rules require.
- 04
Take part
You attend study visits, with travel support where it applies, and can stop at any time.
Your rights
You are protected throughout
- Voluntary. You can say no, or leave later, without affecting your usual care
- Ethics oversight. Every study is approved by an ethics committee registered with India's drug regulator
- Registered. Every study is listed publicly on the Clinical Trials Registry–India
- Compensation for injury. Indian rules require medical care and compensation for study-related injury
- Privacy. Your personal information is kept confidential
- A real person. A named contact you can call with questions
Questions people ask
Patient FAQs
Will I be paid?
You may be reimbursed for travel and expenses. Any payment is approved by the ethics committee so it is fair, never an incentive to take risks.
Will I get the new treatment?
Not always. Some studies compare a new treatment with a standard one or a placebo. The study team will explain exactly what applies to you.
Can I keep seeing my own doctor?
Yes. We encourage you to keep your regular doctor informed and involved.
Who do I contact with concerns?
Your study team first. The consent form also lists the ethics committee contact if you want to speak to someone independent.
Studies open for enrollment will be listed here
In the meantime, get in touch and we'll let you know when a suitable study is recruiting near you.