Making clinical trials accessible for every UK patient
TrialConnect was founded on a simple belief: every patient deserves to know about clinical trials that could help them - without paywalls, jargon, or gatekeepers.
Our Mission
Only 2-5% of UK adults participate in clinical trials, yet trials are the backbone of medical progress. The barrier isn't willingness - it's awareness, complexity, and access.
We built TrialConnect to bridge that gap. Our AI-powered matching engine connects patients with relevant trials from ClinicalTrials.gov, with ISRCTN and NIHR database integration in development - translating dense eligibility criteria into plain language anyone can understand.
For patients, the platform is always free. No exceptions. We fund operations through partnerships with research sponsors who value patient engagement.
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What We Stand For
Patient-First Privacy
Your health data stays on your device. We never sell personal information. GDPR-compliant by design, with industry-standard encryption.
Plain Language
Clinical trial criteria rewritten in everyday English. No medical degree required to understand if a trial is right for you.
Radical Transparency
We explain exactly how our matching works, where trial data comes from, and how we fund the platform. No black boxes.
UK-Focused
Built specifically for the UK healthcare landscape - NHS pathways, NICE guidelines, and local trial sites.
Evidence-Based
Treatment pathways grounded in published clinical evidence. We link to primary sources so you can verify everything.
Accessible to All
No paywalls, no account required to browse. We believe trial access is a right, not a premium feature.
The Team
A small, dedicated team with backgrounds in clinical development, software engineering, and patient advocacy.
Joe Thornton
Founder & Clinical Development Director
Extensive experience in clinical trial design, regulatory strategy, and CRO operations. Joe leads TrialConnect’s clinical vision and ensures every pathway reflects real patient need.
Sam Thornton
Co-Founder & Commercial Lead
Drives business development, sponsor partnerships, and platform growth. Sam ensures TrialConnect reaches the patients and clinicians who need it most.
Engineering & AI
Platform Development
Full-stack engineering with specialisation in healthcare data integration, AI-powered trial matching, and building accessible patient experiences.
Ready to find relevant trials?
It takes 2 minutes to find clinical trials relevant to your condition - completely free.