The scientific community commemorates May 20, 1747, as the birthdate of the first randomized clinical trial, which was initiated by Scottish physician James Lind. While working as a ship’s surgeon in the British Royal Navy, Lind randomly assigned sailors to different treatment groups in order to study the effects of various treatments for scurvy.
Fast forward to present day, UConn Health is at the forefront of conducting numerous clinical trials. The Clinical Research Center at UConn Health is currently engaged in a multitude of studies, with the number of active research projects frequently changing as new ones are launched and existing ones come to a close. Interested individuals can find information about the current research being conducted at the Clinical Research Center on their website.
In addition to the studies taking place at the Clinical Research Center, UConn Health is also involved in various other research projects. A searchable page is available for those who want to learn more about these additional research initiatives happening at UConn Health. Despite this, the institution remains dedicated to advancing medical knowledge and enhancing patient care through ongoing research endeavors.
