TrialX, a leader in building enterprise clinical trial patient recruitment and remote clinical research data collection platforms has collaborated with the ALK Positive - a patient-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of ALK Positive patients worldwide. TrialX’s global clinical trial finder was selected to power ALK Positive’s Trial Finder - an up-to-date tool to help the ALK+ lung cancer patient community easily find information on relevant clinical trials focusing on ALK+ lung cancer and connect with study teams.
“We’re proud to partner with ALK Positive to empower patients with access to the latest clinical trial opportunities,” said Sharib Khan, Co-founder and CEO, TrialX. “Our goal is to simplify the search for clinical trial options and ensure that every individual affected by ALK+ lung cancer can make informed, confident decisions about their care through technology that is capable of understanding their needs.”
While registries such as ClinicalTrials.gov provide extensive listings of clinical trials across the U.S. and around the world, navigating them can often be overwhelming. The information is typically presented in a technical format, making it challenging for many individuals—especially those considering clinical trials as a treatment option—to locate and understand studies that may be relevant to them. To simplify this process for people affected by ALK+ lung cancer, ALK Positive’s Clinical Trial Finder leverages TrialX’s AI-driven technology to create an intuitive and accessible search experience. The platform guides patients and caregivers through a series of personalized questions to identify trial matches tailored to their specific health history and geographic location. For those who prefer to explore independently, the tool also includes advanced filters that allow searches by keyword, trial type, phase, and location. Both guided and self-search options offer clear, easy-to-understand trial summaries, prescreeners to help assess eligibility, and seamless ways to connect directly with study teams. Additionally, users can register to receive alerts about upcoming research opportunities, enabling them to stay informed and actively engaged in the clinical research landscape.
“Clinical trials are vital for driving progress and offering new hope to people living with ALK-positive lung cancer,” said Dr. Ken Culver, Executive Director and Medical Director at ALK Positive. “Through our collaboration with TrialX, we’re empowering patients and families with a trusted resource to find and understand trials that may be right for them — helping transform what can often feel like an overwhelming search into an informed and hopeful journey.” ALK+ lung cancer occurs when an ALK gene fuses with another gene that drives uncontrolled cell growth. While scientists aren’t sure why some people develop ALK+ lung cancer, joining a clinical trial can offer access to potential new treatments — and renewed hope. "As this is a global ALK+ lung cancer trial database, the clinical trial finder accommodates multiple language options." added Dr. Culver.
About TrialX
TrialX is a clinical research and space health informatics company headquartered in New York City. From launching the first clinical trials app on Google Health in 2008 to powering online patient recruitment and research data collection for space missions, TrialX is on a mission to facilitate One Billion Health Research Contributions. TrialX products include an award-winning patient recruitment management platform, a remote research data collection (ePRO/eCOA) platform, and an online talk show, all designed to facilitate access and participation in clinical research. TrialX products are used by Top 5 Pharma and other clinical trial sponsors, leading academic medical centers such as the University of Pennsylvania and patient advocacy groups such as The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF), Let’s Win PC, Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, International Rett Syndrome Foundation, the Reflections initiative, the Alzheimer’s Association, ALS Network and the Global Lyme Alliance. To learn more, visit https://trialx.com/.
About the ALK Positive Network
ALK Positive, Inc. is a patient-founded and patient-driven nonprofit organization committed to transforming the future for everyone affected by ALK-positive cancer. What began in 2015 as a grassroots effort by Merita Carroll—a stage IV patient and oncology nurse seeking connection—has grown into a global movement of patients and care partners across 55+ countries. To learn more, visit https://alkpositive.org/clinical-trials/