Clinical Trials at Dana Farber Cancer Institute

As of August 2026, 209 paid clinical trials are recruiting at Dana Farber Cancer Institute, located at 44 BINNEY ST, BOSTON, MA 02115-6013, phone (617) 632-3497 in Boston, Massachusetts. Active studies at this site cover conditions such as Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer and Ovarian Cancer. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits — most studies also offer study-related medical care at no cost to participants.

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210 clinical trials at Dana Farber Cancer Institute

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Common conditions studied in Boston

Leading research sponsors in Boston

  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital
  • Boston Children's Hospital
  • Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Boston?

There are approximately 2,887 recruiting clinical trials in Boston, Massachusetts listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Boston pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Boston 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 Boston?

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 Boston?

The most common conditions under active study in Boston include Breast Cancer (64), Prostate Cancer (41), Ovarian Cancer (36), Heart Failure (34), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Boston?

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

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 Boston?

Recruiting research sites in Boston include Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 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 Boston right now?

The largest active categories in Boston are Cancer & tumors (877), Neurology & pain (218), Cardiovascular (189). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

What is the address of Dana Farber Cancer Institute?

Dana Farber Cancer Institute is located at 44 BINNEY ST, BOSTON, MA 02115-6013. Use the Google Maps link in the intro above to get directions.

How do I contact Dana Farber Cancer Institute?

You can reach Dana Farber Cancer Institute by phone at (617) 632-3497. For questions about a specific trial, use the study coordinator contact listed on the individual study record — click any trial title above to open it.

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Trials by condition in Boston

Breast Cancer· 64Prostate Cancer· 41Ovarian Cancer· 36Heart Failure· 34Acute Myeloid Leukemia· 32Colorectal Cancer· 31Endometrial Cancer· 31