EUCTR

The EU Clinical Trials Register, or EUCTR, is a publicly accessible database of clinical trials conducted within the European Union and European Economic Area. It was established by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) and aims to increase transparency in clinical research. The EUCTR provides information on the design, conduct, and results of clinical trials for medicinal products.

The register contains details such as the trial sponsor, the medicinal product being investigated, the indication, the trial phase, and the status of the trial. It also includes information on the number of participants, the countries where the trial is taking place, and, where available, summaries of the results. This comprehensive information allows for a better understanding of the clinical evidence supporting medicinal products.

Access to the EUCTR is free and open to the public, including patients, healthcare professionals, researchers, and regulators. The aim is to foster public trust in clinical research and to facilitate informed decision-making. By making trial data readily available, the EUCTR supports evidence-based medicine and helps to avoid duplication of research efforts. It is a crucial tool for regulatory oversight and for promoting ethical research practices within the EU.