• DATA
  • FILTER
  • ANALYSIS
  • HUMAN

How to search medical research databases with your AI

Connect your AI to the NIH registry to pull real-time clinical trial data through simple conversation.

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Short answer

How can I search ClinicalTrials.gov using my AI?

You can ask your AI to find specific clinical trials by describing the drug, condition, or sponsor you want to investigate. It uses the registry to pull current study details directly into your chat. You'll get specific trial IDs, status updates, and eligibility criteria.

Research outcomes

What your queries produce

The AI translates your questions into registry searches and organizes the results.

DATA

Specific trial details

The AI pulls exact study identifiers, recruitment statuses, and phase information from the NIH registry.

FILTER

Targeted study lists

You can narrow down thousands of entries by asking for specific drugs or medical conditions.

ANALYSIS

Comparison of protocols

Your agent can compare different trial designs or sponsor activities based on the retrieved data.

HUMAN

Medical verification

You must manually review all trial data for clinical accuracy before making any medical decisions.

The workflow

What your AI does when you ask a question.

The AI acts as a bridge between your natural language and the NIH database.

  1. Interpret intent

    Your agent parses your request to identify the specific drug, condition, or sponsor you want to investigate.

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  2. Query the registry

    The AI sends the parsed parameters to the ClinicalTrials.gov database to find matching records.

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  3. Filter results

    It sifts through the raw registry data to find the most relevant trials based on your specific criteria.

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  4. Present findings

    The AI formats the trial status, locations, and study descriptions into a readable summary for you.

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Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to begin your research.

Starting points

Swap out the bracketed terms for the specific medical details you need.

ClinicalTrials.gov Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_qkEuaZT8V3t0CQhQiqk6XNySz3HezsthJwvuV29r/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — ClinicalTrials.gov capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "clinicaltrialsgov-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_qkEuaZT8V3t0CQhQiqk6XNySz3HezsthJwvuV29r/mcp"
    }
  }
}
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  • Find all active clinical trials for [condition] involving [drug name].

  • List the current phase and status for trials sponsored by [sponsor name].

  • Search for ongoing studies related to [condition] in [location].

  • Show me the eligibility criteria for trials testing [drug name].

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Start here

Connect ClinicalTrials.gov once, then ask.

One click connects the registry to your AI client. Your credentials stay encrypted and the setup is handled on our end.

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FAQ

How the search behaves

  • 01

    Can the AI update trial information?

    No. The AI can only read and retrieve existing data from the NIH registry.

  • 02

    Does the AI provide medical advice?

    No. The AI only retrieves data from the registry. You must consult a professional for medical guidance.

  • 03

    Can I search for trials by specific locations?

    Yes, you can include geographic locations in your natural language request.

  • 04

    Can the AI add new trials to the registry?

    No. This tool is for searching the existing database only.

  • 05

    Will the AI remember my previous searches?

    The AI's ability to remember depends on your specific AI client's context window and history settings.

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