Uniting you with researchers in the pursuit of health discovery.
At UT Health San Antonio, we conduct studies called clinical trials. Clinical trials are an important step in research to discover new treatments that help improve the health and well-being of our community. YOU are an important part of this step. Our researchers need YOU to volunteer and help pave the path of discovery.
Purpose is to determine whether metformin can improve the immune response to the Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV-13).
Volunteers are needed in clinical trials to understand how new treatments or interventions affect people. Without you, better treatments for diseased like diabetes, cancer, stroke, and other medical conditions would not exists. Sometimes, clinical trials can be treatment option for people.
Photo credit: Institute for Health Promotion Research, UT Health San Antonio
"My father and brother had cancer so I want to do everything possible to stay healthy. When my doctor told me that I am at risk for cancer, I participated in a clinical trial to set a good example for my grandchildren." Armando Cruz,
Clinical trial participant
UT Health San Antonio Office of the Vice President for Research offers administrative, regulatory and budget support services to industry sponsors and investigators conducting clinical trials.