Clinical Trials at Indiana University School of Medicine

As of June 2026, 1 paid clinical trial is recruiting at Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianopolis, Indiana. Active studies at this site cover conditions such as Ependymoma, Meningioma and Neurofibromatosis Type 2. 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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About research studies in Indianopolis

Indianopolis has approximately 1 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Indiana 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.

Common conditions studied in Indianopolis

  • Ependymoma (1 active study). Recruiting Ependymoma studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Meningioma (1 active study). Recruiting Meningioma studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (1 active study). Recruiting Neurofibromatosis Type 2 studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Non-vestibular Schwannoma (1 active study). Recruiting Non-vestibular Schwannoma studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Vestibular Schwannoma (1 active study). Recruiting Vestibular Schwannoma studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.

Leading research sponsors in Indianopolis

  • Scott R. Plotkin, MD, PhD

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Indiana 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. Indiana 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 Indianopolis. 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 Indianopolis

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in Indianopolis 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 Indianopolis?

There are approximately 1 recruiting clinical trials in Indianopolis, Indiana listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Indianopolis pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Indianopolis 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 Indianopolis?

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 Indianopolis?

The most common conditions under active study in Indianopolis include Ependymoma (1), Meningioma (1), Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (1), Non-vestibular Schwannoma (1), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Indianopolis?

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

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 Indianopolis?

Recruiting research sites in Indianopolis include Indiana University School of Medicine, 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.

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