Participation
Exploring clinical research can help patients and caregivers learn more about a disease and identify new care options. Learn more about how clinical trials work and how you can join in.
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Randomization in Clinical Trials
What is randomization, and why do we use it in clinical research? Read more to uncover the answers to your questions.
Caring for Caregivers
Read more for services and support groups to make life a bit easier for caregivers - the unsung heroes in the clinical trial process.
Your Questions About Alzheimer’s Research, Answered
Considering clinical trial participation may feel overwhelming. Here are some answers to common questions about Alzheimer’s and dementia clinical trials to support you through the learning curve.
Leaping into Decentralized Clinical Trials
Before starting medical school, Iman Mahoui joined Lilly’s Decentralized Trials team. She reflects on how new approaches to research can help address social justice and health equity issues.
Platform Trials and Master Protocols: A New Approach to Clinical Research
Learn more about platform trials and master protocols, an alternative model to how we conduct clinical research.
10 Clinical Trial Facts You Should Know
If you’re a participant or caregiver looking for clinical trial information, it can be helpful to start with a basic overview. The infographic below provides 10 clinical trials facts you need to know.
Lilly’s COVID-19 Clinical Trials are Underway
Lilly has worked quickly to launch studies of potential COVID-19 antibody treatments. Find out what makes antibodies an intriguing scientific and medical option.
Types of Clinical Research for COVID-19
As the world works to quickly learn about COVID-19, a mix of research studies is underway. This guide explains the different types of COVID-19 studies and what researchers hope to learn from them.
Meet Four Research Volunteers
Over 2 million brave people take part in clinical trials every year, testing new treatments that may make life better. Meet four of those people.
Understanding Cancer Clinical Trials
Considering a cancer clinical trial? Check out this list of questions to be sure you are informed about the process.
Driving Progress Against Childhood Cancer
Explore the infographic to learn about the role of pediatric research in powering progress against childhood cancer.
Understanding Case Report Forms
Learn what a Case Report Form is, what the components are, and how they are used in clinical trials.
Infographic: What is ClinicalTrials.gov?
2020 marks the 20th anniversary of the site, but what were the site's origins and intentions?
What is a Protocol in Clinical Trials?
Have you ever wondered how schedules, tests, and the information ever comes together in clinical trial? It all starts with a clinical trial protocol.
Understanding Clinical Study Reports
How does a clinical trial work? Learn how clinical study reports are used to report the results and outcomes of a clinical trial.
Lab Samples and Clinical Research: 101
Lab samples provide some of the most important knowledge we gain in clinical research. Learn when, where and why samples are collected during a trial.
The Balance of Clinical Trial Participation
Melissa, a past Lilly clinical trial participant, sat down with us to share a bit about her research experience. Watch this video to hear Melissa's story in her own words.
Clinical Trial Design: Basket and Umbrella Studies
Newer approaches to clinical trial design have emerged, thanks, in part, to the power of precision medicine.
Clinical Trial Design: Parallel and Crossover Studies
Clinical trials employ various study designs to demonstrate whether the investigational treatment is effective. Learn more about two common types of design.
Informed Consent: A Process Designed For You
Learn about informed consent—the process designed just for you to learn about a clinical trial and your role in a study before making a decision to participate.
Experiences in Health Literacy
There are many health literacy lessons to learn from the unique clinical trial experiences of others as you consider participation for yourself or a loved one. Learn more in this blog.
Alzheimer's Research Participation: 5 Things to Know
With the help of clinical trial participants, we are learning about potential new approaches to fighting Alzheimer’s disease. Explore things to know about participating in an Alzheimer's study.
Developing Safe, Effective Medicines for All Ages
Clinical trials allow for the development of medicines that are safe and effective for people of all ages—including kids.
Connecting the Clinical Trial Dots: How Key Terms are Related
Explore key clinical trials terms and how they relate to each other.
Wash-Out Period: Your Questions, Answered
Do you know what "wash-out period" means and why it's important to understand when considering clinical trial participation? Take a deep dive here.
Clinical Research Enrollment Demand
Of the challenges in clinical research, participant enrollment remains one of the biggest.
Is Placebo Used in Cancer Clinical Trials?
Have you wondered if patients receive placebos in cancer clinical trials? Learn the answer in this infographic.