At the New Haven PCRU, we think prevention is the best medicine, so we’re bringing vaccine clinical trials closer to home.
We are pleased to now offer Pfizer's vaccine clinical trials to interested participants right here in the New Haven region.
Vaccines are one of the greatest public health advances of all time. Similar to clean water and good sanitation, vaccines safeguard our communities and help people stay well, productive, and active.
Thanks to clinical trials, we’re continuing to find new ways to improve vaccine protection for people around the world. By joining a vaccine clinical trial at the PCRU, you could be part of the next vaccine breakthrough.
Our Vaccine Clinic
Our in-house vaccine space has areas for consultations and eligibility assessments, a specialized clinic for study dosing, and a comfortable space for participants to rest during post-dose monitoring that overlooks downtown New Haven.
If you’re interested in learning more or participating in vaccine trials at the PCRU, complete our contact form to be entered into our volunteer database, where you’ll receive study-specific updates and invitations to our ongoing trials. You can also keep an eye on our trial listings here.
Frequently asked questions
Vaccine clinical trials help researchers learn how safe and effective potential new vaccines are for preventing infections and diseases. Every vaccine approved today, from common childhood immunizations to annual flu shots, was first tested in hundreds to thousands of volunteers. Vaccine trials are essential to advance public health and protect communities from infectious diseases.
While all clinical trials come with potential risks, your safety is always the top priority. Regulatory agencies and institutional review boards (also known as independent ethics committees) oversee clinical trials to ensure that participants’ rights, safety, and well-being are protected. These committees continue to regularly review the trial’s progress to ensure there are no unnecessary or excessive risks to participants.
You may receive the study vaccine, which could help protect you from illness. You’ll also get regular health check-ups from the study team. Even if you don’t benefit directly, your participation will help advance research that could lead to better vaccines for everyone.
All vaccines (investigational or approved) may have side effects. The most common risks are injection site reactions such as pain, redness, or swelling. More serious side effects, including an allergic reaction, are also possible. Before you choose to join a clinical trial, the study doctor will explain all the known potential side effects of the study vaccine(s), any other vaccine(s) you may receive during your participation, and any potential risks from study procedures (e.g., blood tests).
Participants in clinical trials at the PCRU receive financial compensation for their participation as well as a bonus for study-related travel. The amount depends on factors like the number of study visits and the nature of the study procedures. The compensation for a specific study will be listed on the study webpage and other study materials.
Interested in participating?
Complete and submit this form, and a Pfizer New Haven Clinical Research Unit (PCRU) representative will contact you.
You may also call 1-800-254-6398 and speak with a PCRU representative to learn more.
For Japanese language assistance only, please call 1-833-711-9984.
The personal data gathered here will be collected, processed, and maintained in a confidential manner. Your information will be stored in our research unit’s database. We may use this information to invite you to participate in current and future clinical studies at the PCRU. You will have full access to your records at the Pfizer New Haven Clinical Research Unit and the opportunity to correct them if necessary.
