Category: Getting Started with DecenTrialz

  • Terms You Should Know

    TermDescription
    Pre-screeningA basic check to see if you may qualify before official enrollment.
    IRBInstitutional Review Board, which reviews research to protect participant rights.
    Informed ConsentThe process of understanding a trial before voluntarily agreeing to join.
    De-identified DataData that has been stripped of personal identifiers.
    SponsorA company or organization funding the clinical trial.
    SiteA hospital, clinic, or research facility running the trial.
    CROContract Research Organization that supports sponsor needs.
    DashboardYour personalized control panel showing progress and activity.
  • Understanding Your Dashboard

    Your dashboard provides a real-time view of your activity on the platform.

    • Participants: View matched trials, application status, messages, and educational tips.
    • Sites: Track leads, pre-screen status, call logs, and scheduling.
    • Sponsors/CROs: Access heat maps, funnel analytics, and participant journey metrics across studies.

    All dashboards are mobile-friendly, secure, and updated in real time.

  • Using the Trial Search

    Participants can use the search tool to find clinical trials by:

    • Condition (e.g., Asthma, PCOS)
    • Zip code or city
    • Trial phase (optional)
    • Age or gender eligibility

    Each result shows a short trial summary, eligibility requirements, and whether you match. You can express interest directly from the result page.

  • Creating an Account

    Your onboarding experience on DecenTrialz begins with creating an account tailored to your role. Each user type has a customized journey.

    For Participants

    If you are joining DecenTrialz as a participant, here’s how to get started:

    Step-by-Step Registration Flow

    Step 1: Personal Information

    • Choose who you’re signing up for:
      • For Myself (must be 18 years or older)
      • On Behalf of Someone Else (e.g., for a child, parent, or dependent)
    • Fill in your:
      • First and last name
      • Email address
      • Date of birth
      • Gender (Male, Female, Transgender, Non-Binary)

    Key Note: You must be 18 years or older to sign up for yourself. If you are registering for a minor, you must proceed as a guardian under “On Behalf of Someone Else.”

    Step 2: Location Information

    • Enter your:
      • Zip or pin code
      • Full address

    This helps us match you with trials near your location.

    Step 3: Health Status and Trial Intent

    • Choose your health status:
      • I’m healthy and ready to volunteer
      • I’m seeking a trial for my condition
    • Add any medical conditions (e.g., Diabetes Type 2, Brain Cancer) if relevant.

    Key Note: You can skip condition selection if you are joining as a healthy volunteer. Entering your condition helps improve trial matching for treatment-based studies.

    Step 4: Verification and Consent

    • Complete the CAPTCHA verification.
    • Check the consent box to allow DecenTrialz to:
      • Use your submitted data to match you with suitable trials
      • Support you during onboarding, in accordance with our Privacy Policy
    • Click “Become a Volunteer” to complete the registration.

    Key Note: DecenTrialz only supports pre-screening and matching. Your final enrollment and consent will be handled by the research site managing the study.