Paid Clinical Trials in Kentucky

Kentucky has 961 paid clinical trials enrolling now across cities including Louisville, Lexington and Edgewood. Search by condition, age, or phase to find compensated research studies accepting participants near you.

Research sites in Kentucky include National Cancer Institute (NCI), University of Louisville and AstraZeneca, running studies across oncology, cardiology, neurology, and more. The most actively recruiting conditions are Heart Failure, Obesity, Breast Cancer, Ovarian Cancer — 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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Newly added in Kentucky

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874 clinical trials

Common conditions studied in Kentucky

  • Heart Failure (18 active studies)
  • Obesity (17 active studies)
  • Breast Cancer (14 active studies)
  • Ovarian Cancer (13 active studies)
  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia (12 active studies)
  • Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (10 active studies)

Leading research sponsors in Kentucky

  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • University of Louisville
  • AstraZeneca
  • Eli Lilly and Company
  • SWOG Cancer Research Network

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Kentucky?

There are approximately 961 recruiting clinical trials in Kentucky listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Kentucky pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Kentucky 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 Kentucky?

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 Kentucky?

The most common conditions under active study in Kentucky include Heart Failure (18), Obesity (17), Breast Cancer (14), Ovarian Cancer (13), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Kentucky?

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

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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