Paid Clinical Trials in Davenport, IA

As of June 2026, 14 paid clinical trials are recruiting in Davenport, Iowa. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits, with stipends ranging from modest amounts for short outpatient studies to several thousand dollars for long or inpatient protocols.

Davenport offers studies at sites including Iowa Cancer Specialists for conditions such as Obesity, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Arterial Disease of Legs, Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify. Most trials offer free study-related medical care alongside compensation.

Recruiting trial data synced daily from ClinicalTrials.gov. Last sync: June 12, 2026.

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Effect of Dalcetrapib on CV Risk in a Genetically Defined Population With a Recent ACS

for Acute Coronary Syndrome

178 locations incl. Alexander City

Sponsor: DalCor Pharmaceuticals

Sex: All·Age: 45+

Code: NCT05918861·Phase 3·Recruiting

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About research studies in Davenport

Davenport has approximately 14 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Iowa hosts a diverse network of universities, academic medical centers, and community hospitals that run clinical trials across oncology, cardiology, neurology, and many other therapeutic areas.

Top Research Study Locations in Davenport

Researchers run research studies in Davenport, IA at 12 active sites. The clinics below currently host the largest number of recruiting studies — each name is followed by the conditions they focus on most.

Site	Specializes in	Active trials
Iowa Cancer Specialists	Lung Non-Small Cell Carcinoma, Lung Non-Small Cell Squamous Carcinoma, Lung Non-Squamous Non-Small Cell Carcinoma	3
MercyOne Genesis Davenport Cancer Center	Lung Non-Small Cell Carcinoma, Lung Non-Small Cell Squamous Carcinoma, Lung Non-Squamous Non-Small Cell Carcinoma	3
MercyOne Genesis Davenport Medical Center	Lung Non-Small Cell Carcinoma, Lung Non-Small Cell Squamous Carcinoma, Lung Non-Squamous Non-Small Cell Carcinoma	3
Vascular Institute of the Midwest	Arterial Disease of Legs, Below-the-knee Obstruction, Chronic Total Occlusion of Artery of the Extremities	3
Midwest Cardiovascular Research Foundation	Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease, Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia, Obesity	2
Cardiovascular Medicine PC	Critical Limb Ischemia	1
Genesis Medical Center	Lumbar Spinal Stenosis	1
Mid West Cardiovascular Research Foundation	Peripheral Arterial Disease	1
Midwest Cardiovascu Rsrch Foundation	Heart Failure, Obesity	1
Mississippi Valley Surgery Center	Lumbar Spinal Stenosis	1
Pain Ctrs of Iowa	Lumbar Spinal Stenosis	1
Rock Valley Physical Therapy	Chronic Knee Pain, Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain, Chronic Shoulder Pain	1

Active & Upcoming Studies in Davenport (2026)

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

Common conditions studied in Davenport

Obesity (2 active studies). Obesity trials evaluate GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonists, novel metabolic drugs, and combined lifestyle interventions for sustainable weight loss.
Acute Coronary Syndrome (1 active study). Recruiting Acute Coronary Syndrome studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
Arterial Disease of Legs (1 active study). Recruiting Arterial Disease of Legs studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (1 active study). Recruiting Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
Below-the-knee Obstruction (1 active study). Recruiting Below-the-knee Obstruction studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
Chronic Knee Pain (1 active study). Recruiting Chronic Knee Pain studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.

Leading research sponsors in Davenport

Acotec Scientific Co., Ltd
Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology
Amgen
Baylor Research Institute
Concept Medical Inc.

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Iowa 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. Iowa 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 Davenport. 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 Davenport

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in Davenport 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 Davenport?

There are approximately 14 recruiting clinical trials in Davenport, Iowa listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Davenport pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Davenport 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 Davenport?

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 Davenport?

The most common conditions under active study in Davenport include Obesity (2), Acute Coronary Syndrome (1), Arterial Disease of Legs (1), Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (1), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Davenport?

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

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 Davenport?

Recruiting research sites in Davenport include Iowa Cancer Specialists, MercyOne Genesis Davenport Cancer Center, MercyOne Genesis Davenport Medical Center, 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 Davenport right now?

The largest active categories in Davenport are Cancer & tumors (2), Diabetes & metabolic (2), Cardiovascular (2). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.