Clinical Trials at Ascend Clinical Research

At Ascend Clinical Research, we are committed to advancing medical research and helping bring new and innovative treatments to people who need them.

We conduct clinical trials across a range of therapeutic areas, working with experienced investigators, healthcare professionals, research partners, and participants to deliver high-quality research with safety, integrity, and excellence at the heart of everything we do.

Your health and wellbeing come first

Taking part in a clinical trial is an important decision. At Ascend, our participants are at the centre of our approach. From your first enquiry through to the completion of a study, our experienced clinical research team is here to support you, answer your questions, and ensure you understand what participation involves.

Your safety and wellbeing are carefully monitored throughout the study, and you will have the opportunity to speak with our clinical team whenever you have questions or concerns.

Be part of the future of healthcare

Clinical research plays an essential role in developing and evaluating potential new treatments and improving healthcare for future generations. By taking part in a clinical trial, you can contribute to important medical research while receiving care and support from a dedicated clinical research team.

Our studies are conducted in accordance with approved study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), applicable regulatory requirements, and our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of participant safety and research quality.

Explore our current clinical trials below to see if there is a study that may be suitable for you.

Current Research Studies

Major Depressive Disorder - EMBRACE

We are conducting a clinical research study to evaluate an investigational psychedelic medication combined with psychological support for people living with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) who are taking a stable antidepressant medication.

The study aims to explore whether this combination may help reduce symptoms of depression and improve overall wellbeing. Participants will receive the investigational medication during supervised sessions at the research clinic and will have psychological support from trained professionals before and after these sessions.

Participant health and wellbeing will be closely monitored by experienced clinical staff throughout the study, with safety measures in place during the treatment sessions.

RENEW - Major Depressive Disorder 2

This clinical study is evaluating whether brenipatide, when added to a participant’s existing stable treatment for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), may help reduce the risk of depression returning.

The study will compare different doses of brenipatide with placebo to assess how well the treatment helps participants remain stable and avoid a relapse of their depression. Researchers will primarily look at how long participants remain without experiencing a relapse after joining the study.

The information collected during the study will help researchers better understand the potential benefits and safety of brenipatide as an additional treatment option for people living with MDD.

Learn more about our clinical trial process

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