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21 May 2026
On International Clinical Trials Day, Novatrials officially opened Australia's first purpose-built regional Phase I clinical trials facility in the Hunter Region
The Novatrials team celebrates International Clinical Trials Day
20 May 2026
International Clinical Trials Day is celebrated every year on 20 May. Novatrials thanks our team and participants for advancing healthcare research in Australia.
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29 April 2026
Wondering why clinical trials require contraception? We explain the safety reasons, which methods are accepted, and what to do if you're planning a pregnancy.
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2 March 2026
Discover what placebos are and why they're essential in clinical trials. Learn how researchers use them to test new treatments and ensure they really work.
Woman smiling at a patient while operating a skin analysis machine in a clinic setting.
5 February 2026
Learn what a Participant Information and Consent Form (PICF) is, why it matters, and how it protects your rights when participating in research in Australia.
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9 January 2026
Discover what a clinical trial protocol is and why it matters. Learn how these detailed plans ensure participant safety and reliable medical research results.
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10 December 2025
Discover the benefits of participating in clinical trials in Australia, from accessing new treatments to contributing to medical research. Learn what's involved.
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13 November 2025
Discover the benefits of participating in clinical trials in Australia, from accessing new treatments to contributing to medical research. Learn what's involved.
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6 October 2025
Discover why clinical trials are essential to healthcare. Learn how medical research studies test new treatments, protect patients, and advance medicine in our blog.
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30 September 2025
Discover the basics of Phase 1 clinical trials - from safety measures to participant selection. Essential information for Australians interested in medical research.
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