From patient interviews to focus groups, Sonix gives researchers fast, accurate transcripts with HIPAA-compliant security. Multi-speaker identification and searchable transcripts accelerate analysis.

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99%
Accuracy rate
Medical terminology
5min
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53+
Languages
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Researcher Features

Built for clinical research

Patient Interviews

Transcribe qualitative research interviews with automatic speaker identification. Perfect for clinical studies and patient experience research.

Medical Accuracy

AI trained on medical terminology delivers accurate transcripts for clinical language, drug names, and research protocols.

Multi-Speaker ID

Automatic speaker identification labels researchers, patients, and participants. Essential for focus groups and multi-person interviews.

Searchable Transcripts

Search across all your research recordings instantly. Find specific terms, quotes, or themes across your entire dataset.

HIPAA Security

Full HIPAA compliance with BAA agreements protects participant data. Meet IRB requirements for data security.

Research Exports

Export to Word, Excel, or formats compatible with NVivo, Atlas.ti, and other qualitative analysis software.

Common Questions

Everything researchers ask about
medical transcription

Is Sonix HIPAA compliant for clinical research?

Yes. Sonix maintains full HIPAA compliance with SOC 2 Type II certification. We sign Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) and implement all required safeguards to protect participant health information and meet IRB requirements.

How does Sonix handle multi-speaker research interviews?

Sonix automatically identifies and labels different speakers, making it easy to distinguish between researchers, patients, and other participants in interviews and focus groups. Speaker labels are fully customizable.

Can I search across multiple research recordings?

Absolutely. Sonix provides powerful search capabilities across your entire research dataset. Find specific terms, themes, or participant quotes instantly across hundreds of hours of recordings.

Does Sonix export to qualitative analysis software?

Yes. Sonix exports transcripts in formats compatible with NVivo, Atlas.ti, MAXQDA, and other qualitative analysis tools. Export to Word, Excel, or TXT for seamless integration with your research workflow.

How accurate is Sonix for medical research terminology?

Sonix achieves up to 99% accuracy for clear audio and is trained on medical terminology, clinical language, and research protocols. Review and edit transcripts in our built-in editor for final verification.

Can Sonix handle international research with multiple languages?

Yes. Sonix supports 53+ languages, making it ideal for international clinical trials and multi-site research studies. Transcribe participant interviews in their native language.

Why Researchers Choose Sonix

Accelerate research with
accurate transcription

Research-Ready

Multi-speaker identification, searchable transcripts, and export to qualitative analysis software accelerate your research workflow.

Medical Accuracy

AI trained on clinical terminology recognizes medical language, drug names, and research protocols with precision.

HIPAA Protected

Full compliance with BAA agreements meets IRB requirements. Participant data is encrypted and protected.

Global Research

Support for 53+ languages enables international clinical trials and multi-site research studies worldwide.

Why Choose Sonix

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Why do clinical researchers choose Sonix?

Sonix combines HIPAA compliance, medical accuracy, and research-friendly features like multi-speaker ID and qualitative software export. Researchers get fast, accurate transcripts while maintaining data security required for IRB approval.

Is Sonix suitable for large research studies?

Yes. Sonix handles research studies of any size with bulk upload and batch processing. Transcribe hundreds of interviews and search across your entire dataset from a centralized platform.

How does Sonix protect participant data?

Sonix provides AES-256 encryption at rest and in transit, SOC 2 Type II certification, and BAA agreements. Participant data is never used for AI training. Meet IRB data security requirements.

Can Sonix handle focus groups with multiple participants?

Absolutely. Sonix excels at multi-speaker recordings. Automatic speaker identification distinguishes between multiple participants, researchers, and facilitators. Perfect for focus groups and group interviews.

Customer Reviews

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