Clinical Trials at Galderma Investigational

As of June 2026, 1 paid clinical trial is recruiting at Galderma Investigational in Santa Monica, California. Active studies at this site cover conditions such as Breast Cancer, Advanced Solid Tumor and Non-small Cell Lung Cancer. 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 Santa Monica

Santa Monica has approximately 213 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. California hosts a dense network of world-class research institutions, including UC San Diego Health, Stanford Medicine, UCLA Health, UCSF, City of Hope, and Scripps Research. The state's thriving biotech corridor and diverse patient population make it a national hub for both early-phase and late-phase clinical research.

Common conditions studied in Santa Monica

  • Breast Cancer (10 active studies). Breast cancer trials evaluate new hormone therapies, targeted drugs, and immunotherapy combinations aimed at improving survival and reducing recurrence.
  • Advanced Solid Tumor (8 active studies). Recruiting Advanced Solid Tumor studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Non-small Cell Lung Cancer (8 active studies). Lung cancer research focuses on targeted therapies for specific mutations such as EGFR, ALK, and KRAS, alongside immunotherapy regimens.
  • Breast Neoplasms (7 active studies). Recruiting Breast Neoplasms studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Solid Tumor (7 active studies). Recruiting Solid Tumor studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Colorectal Cancer (6 active studies). Colorectal cancer trials explore novel chemotherapy combinations, targeted agents, and immunotherapy for microsatellite-instability-high tumors.

Leading research sponsors in Santa Monica

  • AstraZeneca
  • University of California, Los Angeles
  • Eli Lilly and Company
  • Novartis Pharmaceuticals
  • Pfizer

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in California 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. In addition, California-specific protections such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the Confidentiality of Medical Information Act (CMIA) impose stringent data-privacy requirements on research involving California residents.

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 Santa Monica. 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 Santa Monica

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica?

There are approximately 213 recruiting clinical trials in Santa Monica, California listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Santa Monica pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica?

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 Santa Monica?

The most common conditions under active study in Santa Monica include Breast Cancer (10), Advanced Solid Tumor (8), Non-small Cell Lung Cancer (8), Breast Neoplasms (7), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Santa Monica?

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

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 Santa Monica?

Recruiting research sites in Santa Monica include UCLA, Sarcoma Oncology Center, UCLA Hematology/Oncology - Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica right now?

The largest active categories in Santa Monica are Cancer & tumors (112), Neurology & pain (9), Cardiovascular (6). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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