Clinical Trials at San Marcos, Texas

As of June 2026, 1 paid clinical trial is recruiting at San Marcos, Texas, located at 1330 WONDER WORLD DR, STE 202, SAN MARCOS, TX 78666-7566, phone (512) 353-5535 in San Marcos, Texas. Active studies at this site cover conditions such as Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2, Alzheimer Disease and Asthma. 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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About research studies in San Marcos

San Marcos has approximately 14 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Texas hosts major cancer and cardiovascular research centers including MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baylor College of Medicine, UT Southwestern Medical Center, and the Texas Medical Center — the largest medical complex in the world.

Common conditions studied in San Marcos

  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 (2 active studies). Diabetes trials evaluate new insulin formulations, GLP-1 receptor agonists, continuous glucose monitoring technologies, and disease-modifying therapies.
  • Alzheimer Disease (1 active study). Alzheimer's research investigates anti-amyloid antibodies, tau-targeted therapies, and lifestyle interventions aimed at slowing cognitive decline.
  • Asthma (1 active study). Asthma research tests biologic therapies targeting IL-4, IL-5, and TSLP pathways for moderate-to-severe and eosinophilic disease.
  • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion (BRVO) (1 active study). Retina trials evaluate anti-VEGF therapies, gene therapy, complement inhibitors, and sustained-release drug delivery for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and other retinal diseases.
  • Cardiovascular Disease (1 active study). Recruiting Cardiovascular Disease studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Cardiovascular Diseases (1 active study). Recruiting Cardiovascular Diseases studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.

Leading research sponsors in San Marcos

  • 89bio, Inc.
  • Adverum Biotechnologies, Inc.
  • Akero Therapeutics, Inc
  • Amgen
  • Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Texas 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. Trials run in Texas must also comply with the Texas Medical Privacy Act (TMPA), which extends federal HIPAA protections to a broader range of entities handling participant data.

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 San Marcos. 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 San Marcos

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in San Marcos 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 San Marcos?

There are approximately 14 recruiting clinical trials in San Marcos, Texas listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in San Marcos pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in San Marcos 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 San Marcos?

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 San Marcos?

The most common conditions under active study in San Marcos include Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 (2), Alzheimer Disease (1), Asthma (1), Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion (BRVO) (1), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in San Marcos?

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

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 San Marcos?

Recruiting research sites in San Marcos include Austin Heart, Akero Clinical Study Site, 89bio Clinical Study Site, 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 San Marcos right now?

The largest active categories in San Marcos are Diabetes & metabolic (5), Cardiovascular (3), Eye & vision (3). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

What is the address of San Marcos, Texas?

San Marcos, Texas is located at 1330 WONDER WORLD DR, STE 202, SAN MARCOS, TX 78666-7566. Use the Google Maps link in the intro above to get directions.

How do I contact San Marcos, Texas?

You can reach San Marcos, Texas by phone at (512) 353-5535. For questions about a specific trial, use the study coordinator contact listed on the individual study record — click any trial title above to open it.

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