Find a clinical trial

Clinical trials are medical research studies involving people. They help us to understand more about cancer and how we treat it. 

Types of clinical trials

Phases of clinical trials

Randomised trials

How do I find a clinical trial?

To join a trial you will usually need to speak to your doctor. Find out what you need to know before taking part.

Who can take part in a clinical trial?

Trials for people outside the UK

The trial team will talk you though the pros and cons of a trial and what it involves. Don't be afraid to ask questions.

The pros and cons of taking part in a clinical trial

Quality of life studies

Safety in clinical trials

Insurance and clinical trials

Collecting information about your health 

Giving blood and tissue samples

Look at key questions to ask your doctor about joining a clinical trial.

Researchers and doctors use clinical trial results to decide how best to prevent, diagnose, and treat cancer.

What do clinical trial results mean?

How clinical trial results are used

Researchers follow a strict process to plan and organise their trials. The trial must be approved by various groups and committees.

How clinical trials are funded in the UK

How clinical trials get approval

How clinical trials are monitored

How long does it take for a new drug to go through clinical trials?

Clinical trials organisations