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People get connected to research through ResearchMatch.
ResearchMatch is a community made up of volunteers, researchers, and communitypartners. ResearchMatch brings together people who are trying to find research studies and clinical trials, and researchers who are looking for volunteers. ResearchMatch makes it easier to find the right match for you or your family members.
How do I join ResearchMatch?
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Who can join ResearchMatch?
Anyone living in the United States, including Puerto Rico, can join ResearchMatch. People of all ages and backgrounds are welcome. A parent, legal guardian, or caretaker can register a child under 18, or register an adult that may not be able to join on their own.
Researchers also join ResearchMatch and invite you to learn about their studies.
How does ResearchMatch work?
ResearchMatch brings together volunteers and researchers to discover new treatments for better health.
Why is ResearchMatch needed?
Make Discoveries Happen - Sooner
Many studies have to end early because there are not enough volunteers. At the same time, people are looking for research studies to join, but may have a hard time finding them. As a result, key questions that may affect a community’s health go unanswered.
Researchers also join ResearchMatch and invite you to learn about their studies
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