Paid Clinical Trials in Cambridge, MA

As of August 2026, 48 paid clinical trials are recruiting in Cambridge, Massachusetts. 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.

Cambridge offers studies at sites including Massachusetts Institute of Technology for conditions such as Spinal Cord Injuries, Alzheimer Disease, Amputation, Chronic Pain. 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 Cambridge

Neurology· 13Brain disorders· 6Orthopedics· 6Psychiatry· 5Mental health· 5Behavioral health· 5Dementia care· 3Pain management· 3Geriatrics· 3

Trials by drug in Cambridge

Cannabidiol· 1
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Newly added in Cambridge

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for Emotional Disturbance
1 location in Cambridge
Sponsor: Cambridge Health Alliance
Sex: All·Age: 3 - 18
Code: NCT06662357·Recruiting·Listed Oct 2024
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Top Research Study Locations in Cambridge

Researchers run research studies in Cambridge, MA 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
Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyAlzheimer Disease, Alzheimer Disease, Early Onset, Alzheimer Disease, Late Onset7
Spaulding Rehabilitation HospitalSpinal Cord Injuries, Aerobic Exercise, Concussion, Brain7
MIT Media LabAmputation, Knee Osteoarthristis, Transfemoral Amputation3
Spaulding Hospital CambridgeFibromyalgia, Pain, Hemiparesis, Phantom Limb Pain3
Cambridge Health AllianceBehavior Disorders in Children, Emotional Disturbance, Psychiatric Disorders2
Spaulding Cambridge HospitalACL Injuries, Achilles Injuries Tendon, Achilles Tendinitis, Left Leg2
AIDS ActionHIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus), Substance Dependence1
AugMend Health at MIT.nano Immersion LabBehavioral Health Challenges, Chronic Pain, Ecological Momentary Assessment Best Practices1
BiogenPostpartum Depression1
Breathe Yoga StudioDepression1
Cambridge Health Alliance - Center for Mindfulness and CompassionMigraine1
Cambridge Health Alliance RISE ClinicBipolar Disorder, Psychosis, Psychosis Nos/Other1
Encora TherapeuticsEssential Tremor, Parkinson's Disease1
Harvard - Spaulding Rehabilitation HospitalBone Stress Fracture, Bones Stress Injury1
Harvard Medical CenterPain, Tibial Fractures1
Harvard UniversityAnxiety Disorders, OCD1
MITAlzheimer Disease, Cognitively Healthy People1
MIT Media LaboratoryTranstibial Amputation - Unilateral1
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders1
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - McGovern Institute for Brain ResearchHealthy Volunteers, no Condition, Basic Science1
Massachusetts Institute of Technology Media LabAmputation1
New England Ambulatory SurgiCenterLumbar Spinal Stenosis1
Orange Door CollaborativeDepression1
Quintiles OutcomeHeart Transplantation, Kidney Transplantation, Liver Transplantation, Autoimmune Diseases1
Spaulding RehabilitationBlood Pressure Disorders, Spinal Cord Injuries1

Active & Upcoming Studies in Cambridge (2026)

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

Neurology & pain (13 active studies)

Mental health & behavior (7 active studies)

HIV / STI (1 active study)

Cancer & tumors (1 active study)

Cardiovascular (1 active study)

Pediatric (1 active study)

Common conditions studied in Cambridge

Leading research sponsors in Cambridge

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital
  • Cambridge Health Alliance

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Cambridge?

There are approximately 48 recruiting clinical trials in Cambridge, Massachusetts listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Cambridge pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Cambridge 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 Cambridge?

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 Cambridge?

The most common conditions under active study in Cambridge include Spinal Cord Injuries (6), Alzheimer Disease (3), Amputation (3), Chronic Pain (2), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Cambridge?

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

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 Cambridge?

Recruiting research sites in Cambridge include Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, MIT Media Lab, 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 Cambridge right now?

The largest active categories in Cambridge are Neurology & pain (13), Mental health & behavior (7), HIV / STI (1). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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Trials by condition in Cambridge

Alzheimer Disease· 3