Volunteering

Different types of studies have different requirements. Some studies seek healthy volunteers while others need individuals with certain diseases.

All clinical studies conducted in Singapore must be approved by their hospitals’ Institutional Review Board (IRB) / Ethics Committee and/or Health Science Authority. The IRB monitors each clinical study closely and can stop a study at any time to safeguard the participants.

If you experience any unpleasant reaction or require emergency attention during the trial period, you should inform the treating doctors and contact the research team immediately.

Yes, all participation in studies is voluntary. However, your doctor might need to follow up with you closely after the trial for your safety, even if you have withdrawn from the study.

While you might not directly benefit from a study, the data collected will contribute to the development of products that can benefit the population. Lab tests in each study are fully funded.