Skin cancer Clinical Trials in Reading, PA

As of June 2026, 1 paid clinical trial is recruiting for Skin cancer in Reading, Pennsylvania. Skin cancer research focuses on immune checkpoint inhibitors, BRAF/MEK targeted therapy, adoptive cell therapy, and novel combinations for melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers. 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 Reading

Reading has approximately 13 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Pennsylvania hosts UPenn's Perelman School of Medicine and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia — pioneers in CAR-T cell therapy — alongside UPMC, Thomas Jefferson University, and Penn State Hershey.

Top Research Study Locations in Reading

Researchers run research studies in Reading, PA at 6 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
Penn State Health Saint Joseph Medical CenterAnatomic Stage I Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Early Stage Triple-Negative Breast Carcinoma7
Berks Community Health CenterAdolescent Behavior, Suicide and Depression1
Penn State Health St. Joseph Downtown CampusDiabetes Complications, Diabetes Mellitus1
Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical CenterDiabetes, Hyperglycemia, Hyperglycemia Stress1
Penn State Health St. Joseph'sCervical Cancer Screening1
Tower Health Reading HospitalDiastolic Heart Failure, Heart Failure, Heart Failure With Mid Range Ejection Fraction1

Active & Upcoming Studies in Reading (2026)

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

Diabetes & metabolic (2 active studies)

Mental health & behavior (1 active study)

Cardiovascular (1 active study)

Pediatric (1 active study)

Common conditions studied in Reading

  • Anatomic Stage I Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (2 active studies). Breast cancer trials evaluate new hormone therapies, targeted drugs, and immunotherapy combinations aimed at improving survival and reducing recurrence.
  • Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (2 active studies). Breast cancer trials evaluate new hormone therapies, targeted drugs, and immunotherapy combinations aimed at improving survival and reducing recurrence.
  • Early Stage Triple-Negative Breast Carcinoma (2 active studies). Recruiting Early Stage Triple-Negative Breast Carcinoma studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • RISS Stage I Plasma Cell Myeloma (2 active studies). Recruiting RISS Stage I Plasma Cell Myeloma studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • RISS Stage II Plasma Cell Myeloma (2 active studies). Recruiting RISS Stage II Plasma Cell Myeloma studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (1 active study). Leukemia trials evaluate targeted inhibitors, CAR-T cell therapies, and novel combinations for acute and chronic forms of the disease.

Leading research sponsors in Reading

  • Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
  • Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology
  • SWOG Cancer Research Network
  • AstraZeneca
  • Canadian Cancer Trials Group

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Pennsylvania 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. Pennsylvania research additionally follows state public health department oversight and any applicable state privacy statutes.

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 Reading. 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 Reading

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in Reading 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 Reading?

There are approximately 13 recruiting clinical trials in Reading, Pennsylvania listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Reading pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Reading 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 Reading?

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 Reading?

The most common conditions under active study in Reading include Anatomic Stage I Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (2), Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8 (2), Early Stage Triple-Negative Breast Carcinoma (2), RISS Stage I Plasma Cell Myeloma (2), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Reading?

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

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 Reading?

Recruiting research sites in Reading include Penn State Health Saint Joseph Medical Center, Berks Community Health Center, Penn State Health St. Joseph Downtown Campus, 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 Reading right now?

The largest active categories in Reading are Cancer & tumors (9), Diabetes & metabolic (2), Mental health & behavior (1). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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