Alzheimer's disease Clinical Trials in South Dartmouth, MA

As of June 2026, 3 paid clinical trials are recruiting for Alzheimer's disease in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Recruiting Alzheimer's disease studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes. 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 South Dartmouth

South Dartmouth has approximately 12 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Massachusetts is a global epicenter of biomedical research, anchored by Harvard-affiliated hospitals (MGH, Brigham and Women's, Dana-Farber), Boston Children's Hospital, and the Kendall Square biotech corridor in Cambridge.

Top Research Study Locations in South Dartmouth

Researchers run research studies in South Dartmouth, MA at 8 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
Mayflower ClinicalAsthma, COPD, Schizophrenia3
Akero Clinical Study SiteMASH - Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis, MASH With Fibrosis, NASH - Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis2
Boston Neuro ResearchFocal Epilepsy2
Claris Vision Eye HealthPresbyopia1
Eye Health Vision CenterVision Disorders, Vision Loss Night1
Local Institution - 0051Agitation, Alzheimer Disease1
Local Institution - 1250Alzheimer Disease1
Mayflower Clinical ResearchAlzheimer Disease1

Active & Upcoming Studies in South Dartmouth (2026)

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

Common conditions studied in South Dartmouth

  • Alzheimer Disease (3 active studies). Alzheimer's research investigates anti-amyloid antibodies, tau-targeted therapies, and lifestyle interventions aimed at slowing cognitive decline.
  • Focal Epilepsy (2 active studies). Epilepsy research focuses on new anti-seizure medications, neuromodulation devices, and precision therapies for genetic epilepsies.
  • Agitation (1 active study). Recruiting Agitation studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Asthma (1 active study). Asthma research tests biologic therapies targeting IL-4, IL-5, and TSLP pathways for moderate-to-severe and eosinophilic disease.
  • COPD (1 active study). Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease trials investigate biologic therapies, triple-inhaler regimens, and anti-inflammatory approaches to reduce exacerbations.
  • MASH - Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (1 active study). Recruiting MASH - Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.

Leading research sponsors in South Dartmouth

  • Akero Therapeutics, Inc
  • Biohaven Therapeutics Ltd.
  • Bristol-Myers Squibb
  • Amgen
  • Celgene

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Massachusetts 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. Massachusetts trials follow additional state privacy requirements enforced under 201 CMR 17.00 and oversight from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.

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 South Dartmouth. 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 South Dartmouth

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in South Dartmouth 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 South Dartmouth?

There are approximately 12 recruiting clinical trials in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in South Dartmouth pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in South Dartmouth 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 South Dartmouth?

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 South Dartmouth?

The most common conditions under active study in South Dartmouth include Alzheimer Disease (3), Focal Epilepsy (2), Agitation (1), Asthma (1), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in South Dartmouth?

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

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 South Dartmouth?

Recruiting research sites in South Dartmouth include Mayflower Clinical, Akero Clinical Study Site, Boston Neuro Research, 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 South Dartmouth right now?

The largest active categories in South Dartmouth are Neurology & pain (5), 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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