Comparing remote and in-person methods for clinical trials
Official title: Improving Efficiency, Quality, and Equity: Randomized Controlled Evaluations of Remote vs. In-Person Clinical Trial Methods
Funded at State University of New York at Buffalo · NIH-10951179 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how well remote clinical trials, where you can join from home, work compared to regular in-person trials, focusing on how they affect things like signing up and staying in the study, and it’s for people interested in quitting smoking or improving their mental health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | State University of New York at Buffalo NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Amherst, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,105,466 |
| NIH project number | 1UG3TR004797-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10951179 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates include individuals seeking treatment for smoking cessation or those experiencing depressive symptoms who are open to participating in clinical trials remotely.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who prefer in-person interactions or those without access to necessary technology may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of remote clinical trials, where patients can participate from home, compared to traditional in-person trials. It aims to gather evidence on how these two methods impact trial efficiency, such as patient enrollment and retention, as well as the quality of data collected. By conducting randomized controlled trials, the research will assess the benefits and challenges of remote trials, particularly in the context of multisite studies. Patients will be involved in trials for smoking cessation and mental health interventions, allowing for a diverse range of experiences and outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more efficient and accessible clinical trials, improving patient participation and outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: While remote trials have shown promise, this research aims to provide rigorous evidence to support or challenge existing anecdotal findings.
Where this research is happening
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State University of New York at Buffalo
Amherst, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hawk, Larry W — State University of New York at Buffalo
- Study coordinator: Hawk, Larry W
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.