
Understanding clinical trials and research. A guide for people with cancer, their families and friends
Basic introduction to cancer research and clinical trials (not paediatric specific), explaining key concepts and outlining what to expect.

Basic introduction to cancer research and clinical trials (not paediatric specific), explaining key concepts and outlining what to expect.

Our clinical trials registry brings together every active and upcoming trial in one place – giving families, clinicians, and researchers a clear picture of what’s available, where, and for whom.
The webpage is a comprehensive basic resource explaining how clinical trials operate in Australia (not paediatric, nor canceer specific).
This website covers childhood cancer clinical trials, explaining different trial types, voluntary participation, ethical oversight, treatment development, and resources to help families make informed decisions.

US-based website explaining cancer clinical trials, including types, decision-making support, participation considerations, and guidance on trial phases, and includes some exlanatory videos.
This website explains clinical research, outlines regulatory ethics approvals, and emphasises informed consent and the voluntary nature of participation.
This webpage provides a high-level overview of paediatric clinical trials (not cancer specific), including their purpose, ethical considerations, enrolment, and the consent and assent process for families.
This is a more in-depth scientific article explaining paediatric cancer clinical trials, including trial phases, safety and ethics, informed consent, risks and benefits, and the role of clinical research in
This website explains what clinical trials are and includes a simple overview and diagram describing the different phases of clinical trials.