Cancer (any) Clinical Trials in Bangor, ME

As of June 2026, 1 paid clinical trial is recruiting for Cancer (any) in Bangor, Maine. Recruiting Cancer (any) 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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Project: Every Child for Younger Patients With Cancer

for Adrenal Gland Pheochromocytoma

245 locations incl. Birmingham

Sponsor: Children's Oncology Group

Sex: All·Age: Up to 25

Code: NCT02402244·Recruiting

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About research studies in Bangor

Bangor has approximately 36 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Maine hosts a diverse network of universities, academic medical centers, and community hospitals that run clinical trials across oncology, cardiology, neurology, and many other therapeutic areas.

Top Research Study Locations in Bangor

Researchers run research studies in Bangor, ME at 12 active sites. The clinics below currently host the largest number of recruiting studies — each name is followed by the conditions they focus on most.

Site	Specializes in	Active trials
Eastern Maine Medical Center	Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Ganglioneuroblastoma, Nodular, Metastatic Osteosarcoma	19
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center	Acute Myocardial Infarction, Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI), Bronchiolitis Acute	7
Paul A. Shapero, MD, PA	Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Moderate to Severe Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	2
Anthos Investigative Site 1054	Atrial Fibrillation (AF)	1
Eastern Main Medical Center dba Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center	Heart Failure, Heart Failure With Reduced Ejection Fraction	1
GSK Investigational Site	Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive	1
Northern Light Acadia Hospital	AD, Alzheimer Disease, Cognitive Impairment	1
Northern Light Family Medicine and Residency Center	Lyme Disease	1
Northern Light Interventional Pain Management	Lumbar Spinal Stenosis	1
Paul A Shapero MD	Asthma	1
St Joseph Hosp	Lumbar Spinal Stenosis	1
Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness	Food Insecurity	1

Active & Upcoming Studies in Bangor (2026)

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

Common conditions studied in Bangor

Acute Myeloid Leukemia (2 active studies). Leukemia trials evaluate targeted inhibitors, CAR-T cell therapies, and novel combinations for acute and chronic forms of the disease.
Ganglioneuroblastoma, Nodular (2 active studies). Recruiting Ganglioneuroblastoma, Nodular studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
Metastatic Osteosarcoma (2 active studies). Recruiting Metastatic Osteosarcoma studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
Mixed Phenotype Acute Leukemia (2 active studies). Leukemia trials evaluate targeted inhibitors, CAR-T cell therapies, and novel combinations for acute and chronic forms of the disease.
Neuroblastoma (2 active studies). Recruiting Neuroblastoma studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
Stage II Lung Cancer AJCC v8 (2 active studies). Lung cancer research focuses on targeted therapies for specific mutations such as EGFR, ALK, and KRAS, alongside immunotherapy regimens.

Leading research sponsors in Bangor

Children's Oncology Group
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Pfizer
Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology
Ancora Heart, Inc.

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Maine 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. Maine 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 Bangor. 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 Bangor

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in Bangor 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 Bangor?

There are approximately 36 recruiting clinical trials in Bangor, Maine listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Bangor pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Bangor 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 Bangor?

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 Bangor?

The most common conditions under active study in Bangor include Acute Myeloid Leukemia (2), Ganglioneuroblastoma, Nodular (2), Metastatic Osteosarcoma (2), Mixed Phenotype Acute Leukemia (2), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Bangor?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in Bangor 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 Bangor?

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 Bangor?

Recruiting research sites in Bangor include Eastern Maine Medical Center, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, Paul A. Shapero, MD, PA, 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 Bangor right now?

The largest active categories in Bangor are Cancer & tumors (12), Cardiovascular (6), Vaccines (1). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.