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:
- Visit ResearchMatch.org
- Create a researcher account using your University of Illinois credentials.
- Submit your study for approval within the platform.
- 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.