Patient Advocates in Research

Patient Advocates in Research (PAIR) is an international network of patient advocates who collaborate with researchers to improve the design and implementation of clinical trials. Founded in 1996, the organization focuses on ensuring the patient voice is integrated into the research process, particularly within the field of oncology. PAIR provides education, training, and consulting services to academic institutions, government agencies, and the pharmaceutical industry to enhance patient-centric drug development. Their work aims to improve trial recruitment and retention while accelerating the delivery of effective treatments to patients. The organization is widely recognized for its leadership in shaping how major institutions, such as the National Cancer Institute, incorporate patient perspectives into scientific steering committees.