Birmingham's Queen Elizabeth Hospital and Birmingham Children's Hospital are leading centres for clinical trials in the Midlands. The city has particular strengths in oncology, rare diseases, and cardiovascular research, supported by the University of Birmingham's medical school.
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Major clinical research facilities running trials in the Birmingham area
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham — major trauma centre and transplant unit. Active trials in oncology, immunology, and rare diseases.
Specialist paediatric trials across rare diseases, oncology, and metabolic conditions. Part of Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust.
University of Birmingham's registered clinical trials unit. Designs and runs multi-centre trials in cancer, musculoskeletal, and cardiovascular disease.
Use TrialConnect to search for actively recruiting clinical trials in Birmingham. 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 Birmingham offer paid studies. Compensation typically ranges from £500 to £3,000 per study. Check our paid research section for current opportunities.
Clinical trials in Birmingham 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.