The Yale School of Medicine has a 200-year tradition of scientific research leading to the development of new drugs and therapies that have helped countless patients. Today, Yale is one of the world's leading institutions for biomedical research and advanced clinical care. Yale conducts hundreds of clinical trials to test cutting-edge treatments for diseases such as cancer, diabetes and many others. These studies are crucial to ensure that new treatments are safe and effective. They are also an opportunity for volunteers to try new experimental treatment options, help bring new medicine to patients who need it, and make a valuable contribution to advancing medical knowledge.