Clinical Trials at National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

As of June 2026, 659 paid clinical trials are recruiting at National Institutes of Health Clinical Center, located at 10 CENTER DR, BLDG. 10 ROOM 2-5940, BETHESDA, MD 20892-0001, phone (301) 496-6353 in Bethesda, Maryland. Active studies at this site cover conditions such as Healthy Volunteers, Prostate Cancer and Breast 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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Hepatic Lipid Metabolism-Alcohol Use Disorder

for Alcohol Use Disorder
1 location in Bethesda
Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
Sex: All·Age: 18 - 100
Code: NCT07191561·Not Yet Recruiting

Human Experimental Models of Pain (HEMP)

for Acute Pain
1 location in Bethesda
Sponsor: National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH)
Sex: All·Age: 18 - 100·Accepts healthy volunteers
Code: NCT07549490·Not Yet Recruiting

About research studies in Bethesda

Bethesda has approximately 932 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Maryland hosts Johns Hopkins Medicine and the NIH Clinical Center in Bethesda, giving participants access to some of the most advanced early-phase research in the country.

Common conditions studied in Bethesda

  • Healthy Volunteers (22 active studies). Healthy-volunteer studies examine how new drugs behave in the body, helping researchers understand safety and dosing before later-phase trials.
  • Prostate Cancer (21 active studies). Prostate cancer studies test next-generation hormone therapies, PARP inhibitors, and radioligand treatments for both localized and advanced disease.
  • Breast Cancer (19 active studies). Breast cancer trials evaluate new hormone therapies, targeted drugs, and immunotherapy combinations aimed at improving survival and reducing recurrence.
  • Healthy Volunteer (17 active studies). Healthy-volunteer studies examine how new drugs behave in the body, helping researchers understand safety and dosing before later-phase trials.
  • Obesity (16 active studies). Obesity trials evaluate GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonists, novel metabolic drugs, and combined lifestyle interventions for sustainable weight loss.
  • Neoplasms (13 active studies). Recruiting Neoplasms studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.

Leading research sponsors in Bethesda

  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
  • National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
  • National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
  • National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Maryland 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. Maryland research additionally follows state public health department oversight and any applicable state privacy statutes.

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 Bethesda. 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 Bethesda

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in Bethesda 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 Bethesda?

There are approximately 932 recruiting clinical trials in Bethesda, Maryland listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Bethesda pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Bethesda 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 Bethesda?

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 Bethesda?

The most common conditions under active study in Bethesda include Healthy Volunteers (22), Prostate Cancer (21), Breast Cancer (19), Healthy Volunteer (17), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Bethesda?

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

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 Bethesda?

Recruiting research sites in Bethesda include National Institutes of Health Clinical Center, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, National Cancer Institute Developmental Therapeutics Clinic, 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 Bethesda right now?

The largest active categories in Bethesda are Cancer & tumors (257), Neurology & pain (60), Diabetes & metabolic (26). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

What is the address of National Institutes of Health Clinical Center?

National Institutes of Health Clinical Center is located at 10 CENTER DR, BLDG. 10 ROOM 2-5940, BETHESDA, MD 20892-0001. Use the Google Maps link in the intro above to get directions.

How do I contact National Institutes of Health Clinical Center?

You can reach National Institutes of Health Clinical Center by phone at (301) 496-6353. For questions about a specific trial, use the study coordinator contact listed on the individual study record — click any trial title above to open it.

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Trials by condition in Bethesda

Prostate Cancer· 21Breast Cancer· 19Obesity· 16