Solid tumor Clinical Trials in Athens, OH

As of June 2026, 2 paid clinical trials are recruiting for Solid tumor in Athens, Ohio. Recruiting Solid tumor studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits, and many studies also include study-related medical care at no cost.

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About research studies in Athens

Athens has approximately 25 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Ohio is home to The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic, Cincinnati Children's, and University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center — collectively running clinical trials across every major therapeutic area.

Top Research Study Locations in Athens

Researchers run research studies in Athens, OH at 5 active sites. The clinics below currently host the largest number of recruiting studies — each name is followed by the conditions they focus on most.

SiteSpecializes inActive trials
OhioHealth O'Bleness HospitalAnatomic Stage III Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Malignant Female Reproductive System Neoplasm, Ovarian Carcinoma14
Ohio UniversityDevelopmental Language Disorders, Aging, Alzheimer Disease7
Athens Eye CareMyopia, Juvenile Myopia, Myopia Progression2
Holzer Health SystemSuicidal Ideation, Suicide Prevention, Suicide, Attempted1
O'Bleness HospitalLumbar Spinal Stenosis1

Active & Upcoming Studies in Athens (2026)

Recruiting trials in Athens grouped by therapeutic area, drawn from ClinicalTrials.gov. Each bucket shows the most recent example studies.

Common conditions studied in Athens

  • Anatomic Stage III Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (2 active studies). Breast cancer trials evaluate new hormone therapies, targeted drugs, and immunotherapy combinations aimed at improving survival and reducing recurrence.
  • Developmental Language Disorders (2 active studies). ENT (otolaryngology) trials evaluate new treatments for hearing loss, swallowing disorders, and head and neck cancers — covering pharmacologic, surgical, and rehabilitative approaches.
  • Malignant Female Reproductive System Neoplasm (2 active studies). Recruiting Malignant Female Reproductive System Neoplasm studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Myopia (2 active studies). Recruiting Myopia studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Ovarian Carcinoma (2 active studies). Recruiting Ovarian Carcinoma studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Recurrent Endometrial Carcinoma (2 active studies). ENT (otolaryngology) trials evaluate new treatments for hearing loss, swallowing disorders, and head and neck cancers — covering pharmacologic, surgical, and rehabilitative approaches.

Leading research sponsors in Athens

  • Ohio University
  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • NRG Oncology
  • Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology
  • SWOG Cancer Research Network

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Ohio are governed by U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP) standards, and federal HIPAA privacy rules. Every study is reviewed by an Institutional Review Board (IRB) to protect participant safety and ensure informed consent. Ohio research additionally follows state public health department oversight and any applicable state privacy statutes.

Compensation & what to expect

How payment typically works
Compensation is most often provided through reloadable electronic study cards or direct deposit, paid out per completed visit rather than as a lump sum. Amounts vary by the time required, the number of visits, and the study's complexity — overnight stays and inpatient pharmacology studies generally pay more than short outpatient surveys. The exact amount is disclosed in writing during informed consent before any visit.
Healthy volunteers
Healthy participants aged 18 and older can earn compensation by joining vaccine, pharmacology, and biomarker studies in Athens. These trials check how a new drug or vaccine behaves in healthy bodies before later-phase testing. Many sites maintain a healthy-volunteer registry so you hear about new opportunities first.
What's included beyond payment
Most trials cover study-related medical care at no cost — physical exams, lab work, imaging, the investigational treatment itself, and follow-up visits with the research team. Insurance is not required to participate. Free check-ups and access to specialists are common reasons participants return for additional studies.
Travel and time
Many sponsors reimburse travel, parking, mileage, and lost wages for visit days. Long-running studies and trials that require frequent visits often raise stipends accordingly. Ask the study coordinator for the visit schedule and reimbursement policy before you commit.
Asking about compensation
Compensation is set per protocol and per site, so figures are not published in trial registries. The fastest way to confirm payment for a specific study is to contact the recruiting site listed on the study record. Coordinators are accustomed to this question and will quote the per-visit and total amounts up front.

How to find a clinical trial in Athens

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in Athens from ClinicalTrials.gov and refreshes the list daily. Use the filters above to narrow by condition, facility, age, phase, or healthy-volunteer eligibility, then click any study title to view full details — eligibility criteria, intervention, location, and sponsor contact information. To enroll, reach out to the central study contact listed on the study detail page; the research coordinator will walk you through the screening process.

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Athens?

There are approximately 25 recruiting clinical trials in Athens, Ohio listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Athens pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Athens compensate participants for their time, travel, and study visits. Compensation varies by sponsor, study phase, and visit requirements — the exact amount is disclosed by the study team during the informed consent process.

Who can participate in a clinical trial in Athens?

Eligibility depends on the specific study. Each trial defines its own inclusion criteria (age, diagnosis, medical history, prior treatments) and exclusion criteria. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify, depending on the study design.

What conditions are most commonly studied in Athens?

The most common conditions under active study in Athens include Anatomic Stage III Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (2), Developmental Language Disorders (2), Malignant Female Reproductive System Neoplasm (2), Myopia (2), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Athens?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in Athens on an ongoing basis. Use the "Healthy volunteers only" filter above to view trials that accept participants without the study's target condition.

How do I enroll in a clinical trial in Athens?

Click any study title above to see the full study record, including eligibility criteria, visit schedule, and the study team's contact information. Reach out to the central contact or recruiting site directly — they will guide you through screening and informed consent.

Where can I take part in paid clinical trials in Athens?

Recruiting research sites in Athens include OhioHealth O'Bleness Hospital, Ohio University, Athens Eye Care, among others. Each site lists its open studies and contact information on the study record above — call or email the site coordinator to ask about screening for a specific protocol.

What kinds of studies are recruiting in Athens right now?

The largest active categories in Athens are Cancer & tumors (13), Mental health & behavior (1), Diabetes & metabolic (1). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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