Join a Research Study

Clinical Trial Opportunities in Boston and in Your Home

At the Hinda and Arthur Marcus Institute for Aging Research, our discoveries depend on the partnership of volunteers who are willing to participate in clinical research studies.

In order for research to go from hypothesis to reality, results must be proven in a real-world setting among the people who will most benefit from a new treatment. Clinical trial participants are critical to research that is uncovering new ways to prevent, detect, or treat disease. At the Marcus Institute, we focus on research that improves quality of life for people as they age and addresses some of the most common challenges of aging.

Why Participate in a Clinical Trial

There are a number of reasons why you might want to participate in a clinical trial. 

• By volunteering, you’ll know that you’ve played a role in advancing science and improving life for future generations. 
   
• Your participation could help others who are suffering from a disease or illness, or could prevent others from experiencing negative health impacts in the first place. 
   
• Participating in a clinical trial may give you access to new, cutting-edge treatments. 
   
• You may provide researchers information that, when anonymously combined with the data of other participants, could provide new insights into the keys to healthy aging.

We Put Your Safety First

Every clinical trial conducted at the Marcus Institute is overseen by our Institutional Review Board, which is an independent group that reviews and monitors research involving human subjects. They work with our principal investigators to ensure the rights and welfare of research participants are protected. The Institutional Review Board must approve all research protocols to ensure they are safe.

Anyone interested in participating in a clinical trial at the Marcus Institute will be provided with easy-to-understand information about the goals of the study and any possible risks and benefits. If you agree to participate and are accepted in the clinical trial, you may opt out at any time.

Who Can Participate in Clinical Trials?

Each clinical research study at the Marcus Institute has specific requirements for participants. Some are based on age and/or health conditions. For some studies, you must be able to travel to the Marcus Institute’s research lab in Boston, while others are entirely home-based. Some studies require the enrollment of both the participant and a caregiver.
 

Will I Be Compensated for Participating in a Clinical Trial?

In many cases, research participants will be compensated for their time. The amount typically depends on how much time is required to participate in the study. You may also be eligible for free parking and/or transportation if necessary.