Right to Trial impact

We can find treatments 181 years sooner.

Today, the average disease without an effective treatment waits 222 years for its first one. Give patients the right to join low-cost clinical trials, and the central estimate falls to 40.5 years.

Central estimate

181

years earlier

The average wait falls from 222 years to 40.5 years.

Change the discovery rate

See how much sooner treatments reach patients.

5.48× faster

1.1×15×

Today

222

years

With Right to Trial

40.5

years

181 years sooner

9.19B

Future deaths prevented by faster treatments

483B

Years of healthy life saved

$0.000134

Cost to save one healthy year

The cards above track your slider setting. At the paper's central 5.48×, the 10,000-draw Monte Carlo puts the 90% range at 3.7B17.2B future deaths prevented and $0.000041–$0.000440 per healthy year.

How we calculated it

Faster discovery moves every future treatment closer. The model applies those earlier treatments to the share of disease deaths and lost healthy years that medical progress can prevent.

The estimated launch cost is $65M: $15 million to bring Right to Trial to all 50 states plus $50 million to operate the shared treatment registry for a decade.

The death and healthy-life totals include future generations. They measure the lasting benefit of finding treatments sooner, not only the people alive today.

At this setting, the model moves the discovery rate from 15 to 82.2 first treatments per year and clears today's untreated-disease queue in 80.9 years.

The arithmetic, in one line: 2.88 billion healthy years are lost to disease every year, medicine can eventually prevent 92.6% of that, and the central scenario delivers treatments 181 years sooner — 2.88B × 92.6% × 181 ≈ 483 billion healthy years. Deaths follow the same chain from 150,000 disease deaths per day.

Open every parameter, formula, and citation

Peer-archived versions: Right to Trial & FDA Upgrade Act (2025) · Continuous Evidence Generation Protocol (2025)

Read this before quoting the numbers

The death total can exceed today's world population because it sums premature deaths prevented across roughly 181 years of future generations, not people alive right now.

The 5.48× multiplier is an assumption calibrated to move discovery from 15 to 82.2 first treatments per year — not an observed effect. That is why the slider exists: set it where your own skepticism lands.

Every result is conditional on 50-state adoption producing the modeled discovery shift. Multiply the headline by your own probability that it does. Even the skeptical preset — 2× discovery — prevents 5.6B future deaths, so the case does not depend on the central estimate being right.

At the central estimate, preventing one premature death costs about $0.0071 of launch spending — roughly 636K× less than the ~$4,500 a GiveWell top charity spends per life saved. The cost scopes differ: our numerator is only the $65 million campaign and registry, with patients and payers funding the treatments themselves, while GiveWell's figure covers full program costs. Quote it as leverage, not a like-for-like charity comparison — and apply the same probability discount as everything else here.

What the model leaves out — all of it upside

5,00010,000 investigational compounds have already passed Phase I safety testing — the same bar Montana's law uses. Many are off-patent or unpatentable, so at $41,000 per trial participant no company can ever recoup the cost of testing them. At $929, testing them becomes viable. The model counts nothing for unlocking this pool.

Every cheap off-patent treatment validated against a condition competes with the patented drugs treating it. The model counts zero price effects for patients or payers.

Compounds that slow aging itself would cut costs across every age-related disease at once. The model treats aging research like any other disease and counts none of those offsets.

Give more patients a place in the trial.

Traditional trials spend about $41,000 per participant (range $20,000–$120,000). Pragmatic trials can collect useful results for $929 per participant (range $97–$3,000). Move the budget and see how many people those same dollars can include.

$100K$10M

Conventional trial

24

participants

$41,000 per participant

Pragmatic trial

1,076

participants

$929 per participant

44.1× lower cost per participant

Help your state find treatments faster.

Tell us where you live and why this matters. We will use every response to show patients, clinicians, and state leaders how many lives faster trials can change.

How patients, clinicians, and researchers find what works

Patients find trials. Clinicians compare options. Researchers learn from every result. Here is how a decentralized FDA makes all three easier.

How it Works For Patients

Find the Most Promising Treatment for Your Condition

Search for trials based on your condition, location, and preferences.

  • Access trials from anywhere in the world
  • Filter by condition, treatment type, and more
  • See real-time availability and enrollment status
  • Compare multiple treatment options side-by-side
Alzheimer's
Comparative Effectiveness Rankings
Illustrative demo data — not real effectiveness results
Click any treatment to view available trials
Lecanemab (Leqembi)
FDA Approved
92%
Donanemab
Phase 3
88%
Aducanumab (Aduhelm)
FDA Approved
76%
Experimental Tau Inhibitor
Phase 2
72%
Memantine + Donepezil
FDA Approved
68%
APOE4 Gene Therapy
Phase 2
65%
Neuroinflammation Modulator
Phase 2
61%
Donepezil (Aricept)
FDA Approved
58%
Memantine (Namenda)
FDA Approved
52%
Rivastigmine (Exelon)
FDA Approved
49%
Galantamine (Razadyne)
FDA Approved
47%
Stem Cell Therapy
Phase 1
45%
GLP-1 Receptor Agonist
Phase 2
42%

View Outcome Labels

Review comprehensive outcome data before deciding to join a trial.

  • See real effectiveness data from actual patients
  • Understand potential side effects and their frequency
  • Compare with standard of care treatments
  • Read about experiences from patients like you
Klotho-Increasing Gene Therapy

Illustrative demo data — hypothetical future therapy

Cognitive Improvements (Example)
Cognitive Function (ADAS-Cog)
+28%
Memory Recall
+35%
Executive Function
+22%
Hippocampal Volume
+15%
Side Effects (Example)
Immune Response
+12%
Headache
+9%
Fatigue
+7%

Join a Trial

Complete informed consent and enroll in your chosen trial.

  • Simple digital enrollment process
  • Clear explanation of trial requirements
  • Transparent compensation information
  • Easy withdrawal option if needed
Informed Consent
I understand that I am enrolling in a clinical trial for a new Alzheimer's disease treatment.
I have reviewed the outcome label
I understand the potential risks
I agree to share my anonymized data
Complete Enrollment

Coordinate Your Care

Schedule lab tests, provider visits, and import your health records.

  • Book appointments with just a few clicks
  • Import data from your existing health records
  • Attend virtual check-ins from anywhere
  • Receive reminders for upcoming appointments
Your Care Schedule
Cognitive Assessment
Neurology Center
May 15, 2023
9:30 AM
Virtual Check-in
Dr. Robert Chen, Neurologist
May 22, 2023
2:00 PM
Join Now
Import Health Records
Schedule New Appointment

Track Your Data

Record your diet, treatment adherence, symptoms, and more.

  • Simple mobile app for daily tracking
  • Automatic data collection from wearables
  • Customized tracking based on your trial
  • Secure and private data storage
Daily Tracking
Cognitive Function
Today's score:
/ 30
Medication Taken
Morning dose
Evening dose
Daily Activities
Completed memory exercises
Completed physical activity

Gain Personal Insights

View personalized analytics about your health and treatment response.

  • See how your response compares to others
  • Identify patterns in your symptoms and triggers
  • Track your progress over time
  • Receive personalized recommendations
Your Treatment Response
Cognitive Function Trend
↑ 15%
Apr 1Apr 7
Insight
Your cognitive function scores improve on days following social activities.
Recommendation
Consider taking your medication in the evening to reduce the daytime fatigue you've reported.

Connect with Your FDAi AI Agent

Receive personalized daily check-ins from your FDAi AI agent that monitors your progress, collects data, and provides insights in a conversational way.

  • Daily check-ins via phone or text to monitor your well-being
  • Natural conversation interface for easy data collection
  • Personalized insights based on your treatment response
  • Immediate alerts for potential side effects or concerns
  • Medication reminders and adherence support

FDAi Agent

Your personal health assistant

Good morning, Sarah! How are you feeling today after your treatment yesterday?

I'm feeling better today. The headache is gone but I still feel a bit tired.

That's good progress! Your fatigue has decreased by 40% since last week. Would you like to see how your symptoms compare to others in your trial?

Yes, please show me.

Daily check-ins help track your progress and provide personalized insights

How it Works For Providers

Review AI-Ranked Trial Matches for Your Patients

Our AI analyzes patient EHR data to identify and rank the most suitable and effective clinical trials, saving you time.

  • Leverage AI for precise patient-trial matching
  • View ranked lists based on predicted effectiveness
  • Quickly assess eligibility criteria against patient data
  • Focus on the most promising options first
Patient: John Doe (ID: P12345)
Top Trial Matches (Condition: Alzheimer's)
Lecanemab (Leqembi)
Recruiting
AI Match Score:
95%
Predicted Effectiveness:
92%
Donanemab Trial
Recruiting
AI Match Score:
91%
Predicted Effectiveness:
88%
APOE4 Gene Therapy
Recruiting
AI Match Score:
85%
Predicted Effectiveness:
65%
Neuroinflammation Modulator
Screening
AI Match Score:
82%
Predicted Effectiveness:
61%

Assign Patients to Trial Arms with Confidence

Review detailed outcome labels, compare trial arms (including standard of care), and assign patients directly.

  • Make informed decisions with transparent outcome data
  • Compare effectiveness and side effect profiles easily
  • Assign patients to specific trial arms seamlessly
  • Integrate assignment with patient management workflows
Lecanemab Trial - Patient: J. Doe
Illustrative demo data
Arm 1: Lecanemab (Bi-weekly IV)Active
Decline slowed vs standard care (ADAS-Cog)27%
Key Side Effects:
Immune Response (ARIA)12%
Arm 2: Standard of CareReference
Cognitive Function (ADAS-Cog)Usual rate of decline
Key Side Effects:
Headache5%

Monitor Patient Progress & Trial Performance

Track key metrics, patient-reported outcomes, and overall trial status through an intuitive dashboard.

  • Visualize patient progress over time
  • Monitor adherence and adverse events easily
  • Track enrollment rates and trial milestones
  • Generate reports for analysis and regulatory needs
Lecanemab Trial Dashboard
Enrollment Progress42 / 100 Patients
Patient Group Performance (ADAS-Cog Avg. Change)
+28%
Lecanemab Arm
-5%
Placebo Arm
Recent Adverse Events

P12345: Mild ARIA reported

P67890: Headache (resolved)

How it Works For Researchers

The new and improved FDA.gov would make it effortless for researchers to create a trial and invite patients to join.

Create a Trial

Upload protocols, pre/post-clinical data, and register your supply chain through the FDA.gov V2's intuitive interface.

  • Simple protocol builder with templates
  • Automated regulatory compliance checks
  • Secure data storage and management
Create New Trial
Upload Protocol

Get Liability Insurance

Automatically receive and select liability insurance quotes per subject with transparent pricing.

  • Competitive quotes from multiple providers
  • Risk-based pricing tailored to your trial
  • One-click policy activation
Select Liability Insurance
SafeTrial Liability Insurance
Comprehensive coverage
Recommended
Per participant:$45
MedSecure Plus
Basic coverage
Per participant:$32

Set Parameters

Define patient pricing, required data collection, and refundable deposits to optimize your trial.

  • Flexible pricing models for participants
  • Customizable data collection requirements
  • Incentive structures to maximize retention
Trial Parameters
USD
%
Blood GlucoseWeightActivityDiet

Manage Supply Chain & Orders

Track inventory, fulfill patient orders, and manage the entire treatment supply chain with end-to-end visibility.

  • Automated inventory tracking and alerts
  • Secure patient order processing and fulfillment
  • Temperature-controlled shipping monitoring
  • Verified chain of custody
Supply Chain Dashboard
Inventory Status
In Stock
1,250 units
Allocated
840 units
Recent Orders
#ORD-2845
2 units • Processing
New
#ORD-2844
1 unit • Shipped
Delivered

Analyze Trial Data

Access real-time insights, analyze effectiveness data, and make informed decisions with comprehensive dashboards and reporting tools.

  • Real-time effectiveness monitoring
  • Participant compliance tracking
  • Advanced statistical analysis tools
  • Regulatory submission preparation
Trial Analytics Dashboard
Trial Performance
↑ 18%
Week 1Week 8
Patient Compliance
Overall Rate
92%
Submissions
4,265
Adverse Events
Total Reports
12
Requires Review
3
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