Volunteer for Research

We are excited to offer people of all ages and backgrounds the opportunity

to participate in one of our research studies.

The studies are free, and some also provide participant compensation.

Come join us as we create a healthier tomorrow!

What is a clinical trial?

A clinical trial involves a researcher or researchers who directly observe a person or people and who collect data to answer a scientific or medical question about the safety or potential benefit of an intervention. This intervention may come in the form of a new medication, device, teaching concept, training method, or a behavior change.

Participants who become involved in clinical trials have the opportunity to take a more active role in their own health and to gain access to new research treatments before they are widely available. In addition, the valuable time they contribute helps medical research advance health options.

Brochure. Click here for a brochure with general information about becoming a research volunteer.

Studies. Click here for descriptions of recent studies.

Submit an Application.

We are not currently recruiting for any specific study. However, we encourage you to apply to be considered for future studies for which you may be qualified by following one of the Application links below.

If you would like to be considered for a current or an upcoming research study, you can apply in three different ways:

1. Click here to fill out a secure on-line clinical trial application.

2. Click here to print a form you can fill in and mail to us.

3. Call (435) -797-ICAN (4226) and leave a message to be contacted directly.

Research Food.... Atypical, but Tasty

Preparing food for a nutrition research study kind of goes against the grain for a dietitian who has spent most of her career encouraging clients to eat well-rounded diets containing lots of vegetables, whole grains, and fresh fruits. However volunteer participants in a study being conducted by Utah State University’s Center for Advanced Nutrition (CAN) will be consuming gluten-free breads and muffins, carefully-controlled portions of vegetables, and fruits from a limited array of sources.

But dietitian Sheryl Aguilar, who guides the meal preparation for CAN’s Human Nutrition Research Center, can handle the challenge. “It’s an important study that could make a real difference in the lives of people who have elevated cholesterol levels,” she said, “and it’s a great experience for students in the nutrition field. Plus, the food actually tastes pretty good!” (more)

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