Paid Clinical Trials in District of Columbia

District of Columbia has 838 paid clinical trials enrolling now across cities including Washington D.C., Georgetown and Multiple Locations. Search by condition, age, or phase to find compensated research studies accepting participants near you.

Research sites in District of Columbia include Children's National Research Institute, Georgetown University and National Cancer Institute (NCI), running studies across oncology, cardiology, neurology, and more. The most actively recruiting conditions are Breast Cancer, Sickle Cell Disease, Stroke, High Grade Glioma — browse the full list or use the filters to match your diagnosis. Both patients and healthy volunteers may qualify. Most studies offer compensation for time and travel.

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756 clinical trials

Common conditions studied in District of Columbia

  • Breast Cancer (16 active studies)
  • Sickle Cell Disease (12 active studies)
  • Stroke (12 active studies)
  • High Grade Glioma (9 active studies)
  • Prostate Cancer (9 active studies)
  • Solid Tumor (9 active studies)

Leading research sponsors in District of Columbia

  • Children's National Research Institute
  • Georgetown University
  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • Medstar Health Research Institute
  • George Washington University

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in District of Columbia?

There are approximately 838 recruiting clinical trials in District of Columbia listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in District of Columbia pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

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 District of Columbia?

The most common conditions under active study in District of Columbia include Breast Cancer (16), Sickle Cell Disease (12), Stroke (12), High Grade Glioma (9), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in District of Columbia?

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

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.

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