Participating in clinical trials

1. Eligibility
   Who may participate in a clinical trial?


2. Informed consent
   What is informed consent?


3. Principal investigator
   Who is conducting the study?


4. Sponsor
   Who is sponsoring or paying for the study?


5. Purpose of trials
   Why is the research study being done?


6. Phases
   What are the different phases of trials?


7. Risks and benefits
   What are the risks and benefits of participating in clinical trials?


8. Compensation
   Will I be paid for participating in a clinical trial?


9. Choices
   What other choices are available?


10. Conflict of interest
    Does the investigator have any conflict of interest?


11. Rights
    What are the rights of participants in a clinical trial?


12. Protection
    Who protects participants in clinical trials?


13. Responsibilities
    What are the responsibilities of participants in clinical trials?


14. Questions to ask
    What else should I know before I take part in a clinical trial?