Belfast is the clinical research capital of Northern Ireland. The Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast City Hospital, and Queen's University Belfast drive a growing clinical trial portfolio in oncology, cardiovascular disease, respiratory medicine, and mental health. The Northern Ireland Clinical Research Network supports patient recruitment across the region.
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Browse actively recruiting clinical trials at sites in and around Belfast
Major clinical research facilities running trials in the Belfast area
Royal Victoria Hospital and Belfast City Hospital. Major trial programmes in oncology, cardiology, respiratory medicine, and mental health.
Registered clinical trials unit designing and running multi-centre trials in cancer, cardiovascular disease, and public health.
Belfast City Hospital campus. Active phase 1-3 trials across solid tumours and haematological malignancies.
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Use TrialConnect to search for actively recruiting clinical trials in Belfast. Our results come directly from ClinicalTrials.gov and include contact details for each trial site so you can reach out directly.
Several research units in Belfast offer paid studies. Compensation typically ranges from £500 to £3,000 per study. Check our paid research section for current opportunities.
Clinical trials in Belfast cover a wide range of conditions including oncology, cardiology, neurology, respiratory medicine, rare diseases, and many more. Use our search to filter by specific condition or browse by condition.
Not always. Many trials accept self-referrals, though some require a referral from your GP or specialist. Contact the trial site directly using the details shown on each trial listing to confirm their process.
Yes. You never pay to participate in a clinical trial. All medical care related to the trial is provided free of charge. Some trials also compensate you for your time and travel expenses.