At the National Aphasia Association, we believe that research plays a critical role in improving the lives of people with aphasia—and that everyone should be able to participate in that progress.
We’re proud to announce the launch of two upgraded features on our website:
Post a Study
Join a Study
These pages are designed with both researchers and research participants in mind. They reflect our commitment to making research more accessible, inclusive, and impactful—and to supporting the professionals who help move aphasia science forward.
Post a Study: Supporting Researchers, Amplifying Your Work
Are you a researcher looking to connect with people affected by aphasia? You can now submit your study through a streamlined online form. We welcome all kinds of projects—from clinical trials and academic theses to qualitative interviews, surveys, and community-based initiatives.
We also recognize that some researchers choose to post on ClinicalTrials.gov. That’s great! But if you’d like your study to be easier for people with aphasia and their families to find and understand, you’re encouraged to submit it to us as well.
Explore the new page or submit your study here: Post a Study
Join a Study: Empowering People with Aphasia to Participate
We’ve also rebuilt our Join a Study page from the ground up to make it more aphasia-friendly and user-centered. New features include:
Easy filters to sort by study type
Plain-language formatting
A “Help Me Write an Email” tool for reaching out to researchers
Ongoing updates with new study opportunities
Whether you’re interested in contributing your experience to research, or you’re a family member or caregiver supporting someone who might want to participate, this tool makes it easier to get involved.
This launch is just the beginning. We’re actively listening to the needs of researchers and our community—and building tools that reflect those needs. From NIH-funded clinical trials to grassroots storytelling projects, we want our site to be a trusted, central space for aphasia-related research.
Together, we can shape the future of aphasia care, one study at a time.
Have questions? Want to submit feedback? Reach us at answers@aphasia.org
Clinical trials test the safety and effectiveness of new treatments. Also known as intervention studies, clinical trials test whether a new type of treatment, compared to a control or “usual” treatment, may be beneficial for people with aphasia.
A full list of registered clinical trials may be found on clinicaltrials.gov. You can filter your search by several areas including: condition, location, treatment, and certain eligibility criteria (click on “More Filters”).
Observational Studies
Observational studies, including neuroimaging studies and behavioral studies about language and other parts of cognition
Observational studies examine how people with aphasia present and how aphasia can change over time. Observational studies can help lead to the development of new therapies and provide a deeper understanding of what aphasia can “look like.”
Qualitative Studies
Qualitative studies, including interviews and focus groups
Qualitative studies can provide deeper insight into what it means to live with aphasia.