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Experiences of Older People Who Have Taken part in a Clinical Trial

Researchers from the University of Sydney want to understand the thoughts and experiences of older people (aged 65 and over) who have previously taken part in a clinical trial. [This study has CLOSED].

  • Healthy ageing

This study is now closed. Please refer to our Research Studies page to view our ongoing studies.

Study Purpose/Description

A clinical trial is a type of research study that investigates treatments for medical conditions. These trials may study drug treatments, vaccines, surgery or other therapies such as exercise, rehabilitation or lifestyle changes.

Ideally, clinical trials studying treatments in adults will include people of all ages, including older people. However, older people are often under-represented in clinical trails compared to their younger counterparts. When this happens, trial results may not be as relevant, and there may be less evidence to guide doctors in the management of older people.

This study aims to understand the thoughts and experiences of older people (aged 65 and over) who have previously taken part in a clinical trial.

What’s Involved?

Participants will be invited to a one-on-one interview to talk about their thoughts and experiences about participating in clinical trials. The interview will take 30-45 minutes, and can be conducted in-person, or via Zoom or other videoconferencing platform, depending on participants’ preference.

Recruitment criteria

The study is open to people who:

  • Took part in a clinical trial when aged 65 years or older, or
  • Are currently taking part in a clinical trial and are aged 65 years or older

Study sponsor / funder

Research team contacts

Ms Susan Markham

smar8309@uni.sydney.edu.au

0404858054

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