COVID-19 Vaccine Study

• Now open in GA, LA, MD, NE, NY, and IA

There are currently no approved vaccines to prevent COVID-19. You can help researchers study an investigational vaccine to potentially prevent COVID-19 by joining this clinical trial.

Eligible participants…

Must be age 18 or older
Must have no known history of COVID-19 infection
Can be at an increased risk of being exposed to COVID-19 infection; for example, essential workers, such as healthcare workers, first responders, manufacturing/factory workers, transit workers, retail employees, educators, etc. (People who may be in close, regular contact with infected persons)
May receive compensation for study-related travel
Will receive an investigational COVID-19 vaccine or placebo at no cost

For more information, complete the form on this page. After you submit your information, a Meridian enrollment specialist will call you to talk about the study. There is no obligation to join — you decide if the study is right for you.

You can talk to a Meridian enrollment specialist about this study by calling (912) 623-2240 (GA, LA, MD, NY) or (402) 934-7563 (IA, NE).

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Study Locations

Georgia (Savannah): Meridian Clinical Research, 340 Eisenhower Dr #1200, Savannah, GA 31406
Iowa (Sioux City): Meridian Clinical Research, 4802 Sunnybrook Dr., Sioux City, IA 51106
Louisiana (Baton Rouge): Meridian Clinical Research, 5326 O'Donovan Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Maryland (Rockville): Meridian Clinical Research, 1201 Seven Locks Road, Suite 111, Rockville, MD 20854
Nebraska (Grand Island): Meridian Clinical Research, 2444 West Faidley Avenue, Grand Island, Nebraska 68803
Nebraska (Norfolk): Meridian Clinical Research, 1410 N 13th St, Suite 5, Norfolk, NE 68701
Nebraska (Omaha): Meridian Clinical Research, 3319 N 107th St, Omaha, NE 68134
New York (Binghamton): Meridian Clinical Research, 1290 Upper Front Street, Binghamton, NY 13901
New York (Endwell): Meridian Clinical Research, 415 Hooper Road, Endwell, NY 13760

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After you submit your information, a Meridian enrollment specialist will contact you.

Participating in a study is an important decision — we’re here to help you before, during, and after studies.

Please note: Health insurance is NOT required to join.

Will I benefit from this study?

You are not guaranteed to benefit from being in a clinical study. However, information gathered in this study may help uncover better ways to treat or prevent condition(s) for you and others worldwide.

Is participation voluntary after I submit my information?

Yes. Participation in a study is entirely voluntary. In the informed consent process, you’ll learn about the investigational vaccine being studied, your role in the trial, potential side effects, tests that will be performed, and the number of visits required. You will need to sign an informed consent form to join the study only after you fully understand your role in the study.

Will I get a physical exam?

If you join the study, you will receive a physical exam. You may also receive specific exams or tests — the results of which will be shared with you.

Will I receive compensation?

While participation in a clinical study is voluntary, you may be reimbursed for your study-related travel and expenses. After you submit your information, a Meridian enrollment specialist will call you to talk about the study. Staff at the research clinic will discuss possible reimbursement with you.

Founded in 1999 in Omaha, NE, Meridian studies the safety and effectiveness of new medicines, devices, and treatments. Its mission is to enrich lives by providing quality, compassionate care to patients and unparalleled clinical research services. Clinical studies help scientists develop life-changing medicines, but it starts with you — participation makes it all possible. For more than 20 years, thousands of patients have trusted Meridian because of our focus on creating a positive patient experience.

COVID-19 Vaccine Study

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