Paid Clinical Trials in Burlington, VT

As of August 2026, 160 paid clinical trials are recruiting in Burlington, Vermont. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits, with stipends ranging from modest amounts for short outpatient studies to several thousand dollars for long or inpatient protocols.

Burlington offers studies at sites including University of Vermont Medical Center for conditions such as Heart Failure, Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Breast Cancer. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify. Most trials offer free study-related medical care alongside compensation.

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Trials by specialty in Burlington

Oncology· 46Cardiology· 17Blood cancer· 16Heart disease· 14Neurology· 10Brain disorders· 10Lung disease· 8Women's health· 8Pulmonology· 7Breast oncology· 6Behavioral health· 6Lung oncology· 5

Trials by drug in Burlington

Prednisone· 5Methotrexate· 4Dexamethasone· 3Prednisolone· 3Anastrozole· 2Apixaban· 2Letrozole· 2Cystoscopy· 1Digoxin· 1Duloxetine· 1
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Newly added in Burlington

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ELEVATE-HFpEF Clinical Study

for Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
Sites in Burlington +25 more locations
Sponsor: Medtronic Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure
Sex: All·Age: 40+
Code: NCT06678841·Recruiting·Listed Nov 2024
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Top Research Study Locations in Burlington

Researchers run research studies in Burlington, VT at 25 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
University of Vermont Medical CenterAcute Myeloid Leukemia, Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Acute Myeloid Leukemia Arising From Previous Myelodysplastic/Myeloproliferative Neoplasm78
University of Vermont and State Agricultural CollegeAcute Myeloid Leukemia, Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Acute Myeloid Leukemia Arising From Previous Myelodysplastic/Myeloproliferative Neoplasm46
University of VermontHeart Failure, AML, AML With Mutated NPM126
The University of Vermont Medical CenterAtrial Fibrillation, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy (CIDP), Generalized Myasthenia Gravis6
The University of Vermont Medical Center Inc.Breast Neoplasms, Carcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung, Neoplasm Metastasis6
University of Vermont Cancer CenterCancer, Diabetes, Leukemia, Myeloid, Acute3
Burlington, VT InvestigativeAcute Heart Failure, Heart Failure1
Clinical Trial SiteGeneralized Myasthenia Gravis1
Decentralized / At-Home Participation (U.S.)Healthy Adult Participants1
Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation The Larner College of Medicine at The University of VermontShoulder Arthritis, Shoulder Disease, Shoulder Fractures1
FIN-10053, Burlington, VTHeart Failure1
Fletcher Allen Health Care, University of Vermont Medical SchoolGlomerular Filtration Rate1
Golisano Children's Hospital at University of Vermont HealthAcute Kidney Injury, Chronic Kidney Disease(CKD), Epidemiology1
InvestigationalPericarditis, Pericarditis Acute, Recurrent Pericarditis1
LocalRecurrent Pericarditis1
Ohio State University-TelemedicineAdvanced Pancreatic Carcinoma, Metastatic Pancreatic Carcinoma, Stage II Pancreatic Cancer AJCC v81
The University of Vermont Children's HospitalFailed or Difficult Intubation, Sequela, Intubation Complication, Intubation; Difficult1
The University of Vermont Larner College of MedicineTraumatic Injury1
The University of Vermont MCHuntington Disease1
The University of Vermont Medical Center, IncCOPD1
UVM Larner College of Medicine MMG/VCTClostridoides Difficile Associated Disease1
UVM MCFocal Epilepsy1
University of VemontOpioid Use Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder1
University of Vermont Medical CentreEssential Tremor1
University of Vermount and Sate Agricultural CollegeCutaneous Melanoma, Stage II1

Active & Upcoming Studies in Burlington (2026)

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

Cancer & tumors (68 active studies)

Cardiovascular (18 active studies)

Neurology & pain (5 active studies)

Pediatric (3 active studies)

Mental health & behavior (2 active studies)

Vaccines (1 active study)

Diabetes & metabolic (1 active study)

Eye & vision (1 active study)

Common conditions studied in Burlington

Leading research sponsors in Burlington

  • University of Vermont
  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • University of Vermont Medical Center
  • Children's Oncology Group
  • NRG Oncology

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Burlington?

There are approximately 160 recruiting clinical trials in Burlington, Vermont listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Burlington pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Burlington 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 Burlington?

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 Burlington?

The most common conditions under active study in Burlington include Heart Failure (7), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (6), Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (3), Breast Cancer (3), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Burlington?

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

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 Burlington?

Recruiting research sites in Burlington include University of Vermont Medical Center, University of Vermont and State Agricultural College, University of Vermont, 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 Burlington right now?

The largest active categories in Burlington are Cancer & tumors (68), Cardiovascular (18), Neurology & pain (5). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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Trials by condition in Burlington

Heart Failure· 7Acute Myeloid Leukemia· 6Breast Cancer· 3