Clinical Trials at Stanford Cancer Institute Palo Alto
As of September 2026, 32 paid clinical trials are recruiting at Stanford Cancer Institute Palo Alto in Palo Alto, California. Active studies at this site cover conditions such as Breast Cancer, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia and Epilepsy. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits — most studies also offer study-related medical care at no cost to participants.
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32 clinical trials at Stanford Cancer Institute Palo Alto
How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Palo Alto?
There are approximately 654 recruiting clinical trials in Palo Alto, California listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.
Do clinical trials in Palo Alto pay participants?
Most recruiting trials in Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto?
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 Palo Alto?
The most common conditions under active study in Palo Alto include Cancer (8), Breast Cancer (7), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (7), Epilepsy (7), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.
Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Palo Alto?
Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto?
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 Palo Alto?
Recruiting research sites in Palo Alto include Stanford University, Stanford Cancer Institute Palo Alto, Stanford University Medical Center, 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 Palo Alto right now?
The largest active categories in Palo Alto are Cancer & tumors (187), Neurology & pain (44), Cardiovascular (36). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.