Who submits information about a clinical study to the ClinicalTrials.gov database?

The sponsor of a clinical trial, which may be a pharmaceutical company or an academic institution, is responsible for submitting information about their study to the ClinicalTrials.gov database. This includes details such as the purpose of the study, the participants who will be enrolled, and any potential risks or benefits associated with the treatment being tested. The data in this database is publicly available and can be used by researchers, healthcare providers, and patients to learn more about ongoing clinical trials.