What are the benefits of taking part in research?

If you’re thinking about joining a clinical trial, it helps to understand what taking part could mean, for you, and for future patients.

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Why people take part

People take part in research for lots of different reasons. For some, it’s the chance to be considered for new approaches to treatment. For others, it’s about being assessed, understanding their condition better, or simply wanting to help move research forward, even if they don’t benefit directly themselves.

Whatever the reason, volunteers are vital to improving medical care, and we’re grateful to everyone who puts themselves forward to take part.

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Benefits of taking part in research

If you’re eligible and choose to take part, our team will support you every step of the way.

Research into new approaches

Be considered for research into new and emerging approaches to treatment, alongside your usual care.

Specialist monitoring

Close monitoring from a research team who understand your condition, in addition to your regular care.

Ongoing support

Advice, care and support from doctors and other healthcare professionals throughout your time on the study.

Early involvement

The opportunity to be involved early in research into new methods, without any guarantee of a specific outcome.

Greater understanding

The chance to play an active role in your own health and gain a better understanding of your condition.

Being part of research

The chance to help others by contributing to medical research. Volunteers like you are vital to improving care for future patients.

The clinic has been very helpful and the staff polite: my visits to the clinic have been a worthwhile experience

Maureen Ross, Dumbarton

During my period attending the clinic I found a very congenial atmosphere and was most impressed with the staff’s attitude and dedication at all times

George Harrison, Paisley

A very positive experience – I was reassured to discover that my memory was too good for the research study.

J C, Glasgow

Comfortable surroundings, relaxed atmosphere and professional staff during this difficult illness.

A C, Cambuslang

A pleasant day out. Happy and courteous staff, no hassle whatsoever, I will be sad if I’m not needed anymore. It’s nice to think you are helping others also. The biscuits are good too!

S Irvine, Cumbernauld

It has been very efficient all through and the treatment has been excellent. I have been treated professionally and with kindness

Peter McKinley, Dumbarton

My total experience to date is that I am given confidence in being able to look forward to a future! Reassurance with every visit, that I can relax in the knowledge that my needs are being monitored by nursing staff. A very happy patient!

M Herve, Dundee

How your participation helps

Most of us have benefited from medical research at some point, often without realising it. Taking part helps improve the healthcare options available today and may offer benefits to you directly too.

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Have questions?

If you’re wondering what taking part involves, how long it takes, or what happens next, our FAQs cover the most common questions people ask before registering their interest.

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