Connect with research participants through ResearchMatch

Faculty researchers in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences and the College of Applied Health Sciences at the University of Illinois now have free access to ResearchMatch, a national, secure, and easy-to-use registry that helps match researchers with volunteers who are interested in participating in research studies.

What is ResearchMatch?

ResearchMatch is a not-for-profit platform funded by the NIH that connects researchers with individuals who have expressed interest in participating in research. With over 165,000 volunteers nationwide, ResearchMatch offers a powerful tool to help you recruit participants for a wide range of studies—from behavioral and social science research to clinical and health-related investigations.

Why use ResearchMatch?

  • Free for LAS and AHS Researchers: Thanks to institutional membership, this service is provided at no cost by the LAS and AHS research offices.
  • Broad Reach: Access a diverse pool of potential participants across the U.S.
  • Secure & IRB-Friendly: ResearchMatch is designed to protect participant privacy and streamline IRB approval.
  • Flexible Recruitment: Whether your study is observational, interventional, or survey-based, ResearchMatch can help you find the right participants.

Getting started

To begin using ResearchMatch:

  1. Visit ResearchMatch.org
  2. Create a researcher account using your University of Illinois credentials.
  3. Submit your study for approval within the platform.
  4. Start connecting with volunteers who match your study criteria.

Support & questions

Need help getting started or have questions about using ResearchMatch? Contact your institutional Research Match Liaison in the LAS Research Office at las-research@illinois.edu.