Mood disorders Clinical Trials in Charlestown, MA

As of June 2026, 1 paid clinical trial is recruiting for Mood disorders in Charlestown, Massachusetts. Recruiting Mood disorders 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 Charlestown

Charlestown has approximately 42 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Massachusetts is a global epicenter of biomedical research, anchored by Harvard-affiliated hospitals (MGH, Brigham and Women's, Dana-Farber), Boston Children's Hospital, and the Kendall Square biotech corridor in Cambridge.

Top Research Study Locations in Charlestown

Researchers run research studies in Charlestown, MA at 20 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 General HospitalFibromyalgia, Schizophrenia, Alzheimer Disease12
Spaulding Rehabilitation HospitalStroke, Brain to Brain Communication, Fibromyalgia5
Athinoula A. Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical SchoolCrohn Disease, Endometrioma, Endometriosis4
Athinoula A. Martinos Center for Biomedical ImagingAdenosine, Caffeine, Dopamine D2/3 Receptor Availability2
Immunobiology Labs CNY 149Autoimmune Diabetes, Diabetes type1, Diabetes Mellitus2
Martinos Center for Biomedical ImagingBipolar Disorder, Working Memory2
Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH)Alzheimer Disease, Healthy, Neoplasms2
Massachusetts General Hospital Home Base ProgramBrain Injuries, Traumatic, Depression, Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic2
A.A. Martinos Center for Biomedical ImagingMigraine in Adults1
Alzheimer's Clinical and Translational Research UnitCJD (Creutzfeldt Jakob Disease), FFI, Familial Fatal Insomnia1
Athinoula A. Martinos CenterEpilepsy1
Athinoula A. Martinos Imaging Center at Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyChildhood Depression1
Home BasePosttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)1
MGHDementia With Lewy Bodies, Healthy Controls, Multiple System Atrophy1
MGH Institute of Health ProfessionsBronchiectasis, COPD Bronchitis, COPD Exacerbation1
Martinos Center for Biomedical Research, Building 149, 13th StreetBipolar Disorder, Bipolar Disorder Type 11
Massachusetts General Hospital - CharlestownAmyloid, Cognitive Dysfunction, Lewy Body Disease1
Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation, Inc.Consciousness Disorders, Disorders of Consciousness Due to Severe Brain Injury1
Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Motion Analysis LaboratoryStroke1
Spaulding Rehabilitation Network Research InstituteCarpal Tunnel Syndrome, Chronic Pain1

Active & Upcoming Studies in Charlestown (2026)

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

Neurology & pain (10 active studies)

Diabetes & metabolic (2 active studies)

Cardiovascular (2 active studies)

Cancer & tumors (1 active study)

Common conditions studied in Charlestown

  • Stroke (4 active studies). Stroke trials test acute reperfusion strategies, neuroprotective agents, and rehabilitation technologies to improve recovery.
  • Fibromyalgia (3 active studies). Recruiting Fibromyalgia studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Alzheimer Disease (2 active studies). Alzheimer's research investigates anti-amyloid antibodies, tau-targeted therapies, and lifestyle interventions aimed at slowing cognitive decline.
  • Autoimmune Diabetes (2 active studies). Diabetes trials evaluate new insulin formulations, GLP-1 receptor agonists, continuous glucose monitoring technologies, and disease-modifying therapies.
  • Bipolar Disorder (2 active studies). Bipolar disorder studies explore mood stabilizers, novel adjunctive agents, and digital monitoring tools to reduce relapse.
  • Diabetes type1 (2 active studies). Diabetes trials evaluate new insulin formulations, GLP-1 receptor agonists, continuous glucose monitoring technologies, and disease-modifying therapies.

Leading research sponsors in Charlestown

  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Eli Lilly and Company
  • University of California, Los Angeles
  • Boston University Charles River Campus

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Massachusetts 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. Massachusetts trials follow additional state privacy requirements enforced under 201 CMR 17.00 and oversight from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.

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 Charlestown. 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 Charlestown

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in Charlestown 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 Charlestown?

There are approximately 42 recruiting clinical trials in Charlestown, Massachusetts listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Charlestown pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Charlestown 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 Charlestown?

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 Charlestown?

The most common conditions under active study in Charlestown include Stroke (4), Fibromyalgia (3), Alzheimer Disease (2), Autoimmune Diabetes (2), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Charlestown?

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

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 Charlestown?

Recruiting research sites in Charlestown include Massachusetts General Hospital, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Athinoula A. Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 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 Charlestown right now?

The largest active categories in Charlestown are Neurology & pain (10), Mental health & behavior (8), Diabetes & metabolic (2). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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