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Healthy Volunteer Studies

If you would like to participate in health research as the healthy volunteer, below is a list of studies accepting healthy volunteers.

Aging and Information Processing

Lead Researcher: Robert Chapman

The purpose of our study is to better understand functional differences in brain activity between healthy aging and neurodegenerative conditions, such as Alzheimer's Disease. To do this, our lab uses a noninvasive and inexpensive technique to collect brain measurements called electroencephalogram (EEG). By recording EEG while participants do certain memory and other cognitive tests, we can link specific brain signals by brain location and time to cognitive activities (such as trying to memorize a stimulus). We collect the EEG, as well as traditional pen-and-paper cognitive test results, from participants every year. Using these brain measurements, we aim to discover differences between the healthy aging brain and brains struck by age-related cognitive disorders. Combining different brain measures together may help us develop better tests for these disorders.

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BEGIN - A Breastfeeding Study

Lead Researcher: Bridget Young

This study will enroll 120 breastfeeding mothers into a study that lasts between 1-4 months postpartum. Mothers will collect a small breast milk sample very single day and store it in their freezer for researchers. They will also collect samples from their infant including urine and stool from the diaper. All sample collections are done in the home.

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COVID-19 Vaccine Studies

Lead Researcher: Ann Falsey

URMC is studying several variations of a COVID-19 vaccine. Compensation: $500-$900. Participation Requirements: Age 18+; Have not been infected with COVID-19. To volunteer, take our survey to find out if you qualify: https://redcap.urmc.rochester.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=XHH9MC8RMK

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Development of Personal Choice in Adolescents

Lead Researcher: Loisa Bennetto

In this online study, a parent and their adolescent will independently complete brief surveys. The adolescent will complete their survey first, and it may take up to 15 minutes. Afterwards, the parent will complete their survey, which may take up to 20 minutes. We hope this research will lead to expanding resources that support autonomy and independence as adolescents transition into adulthood.

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Hearing Study: Sensitivity to Features of Speech Sounds

Lead Researcher: Laurel Carney

The purpose of this study is to better understand the sensitivity of listeners to the fast changes in frequency or amplitude of sounds that occur in speech. The investigators are studying ways to manipulate these aspects of sounds in an effort to make speech sounds more clear. We are recruiting listeners with either normal hearing or hearing loss. All listeners will have their hearing tested at the beginning of the study.

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Nicotine Vapor Sensory Study

Lead Researcher: Deborah Ossip

This study aims to develop reliable and valid measures of sensory experiences that are unique to e-cigarette use. In particular, we are interested in the experience commonly described as a "throat hit," which is a function of the type/concentration of nicotine and the carrier liquid. Participants will vape e-liquids we provide and answer questionnaires - all over Zoom. To be included in this study, participants must meet the following criteria: 1) Age 21-55; 2) Current daily vapers of products containing nicotine; 3) Not using other tobacco products; 4) No taste or smell deficits including from allergies (specifically active, untreated, seasonal allergies that would interfere with smell or taste procedures); 5) Access to video-conference or telephone

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Roc Romantic Relationships Study

Lead Researcher: Bonnie Le

The study will look at how different types of communication and emotional expressions impact relationships dynamics in a four-part study including 1) an online starter survey, 2) an in-lab social interaction held on-campus at the University of Rochester, 3) a two-week daily experience survey, and 4) a follow-up survey three months later.

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Smoking Cessation and Physical Activity among Latinos

Lead Researcher: Francisco Cartujano

All participants will receive a 12-week text messaging intervention, a Fitbit device to monitor their levels of physical activity, and will be offered nicotine replacement therapy at no cost. Participants will be asked to complete a baseline survey and a follow-up survey 3 months after enrollment. Eligible individuals self-identify as Hispanic or Latino, are at least 21 years old, and smoke at least 3 days per week. An active cellphone with unlimited text messaging capability is required to participate.

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Text Messaging Program to Support Latino Young Adults in Quitting Vaping

Lead Researcher: Francisco Cartujano

All participants will receive a 12-week text messaging intervention. Participants will be asked to complete a baseline survey and a follow-up survey 3 months after enrollment. Eligible individuals self-identify as Latino, are 18-25 years old, and currently use electronic cigarettes. An active cellphone with unlimited text messaging capability is required to participate.

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Wisdom Tooth Study

Lead Researcher: Hans Malmstrom

If you take part in the research, you will be asked to complete several questionnaires, to take a pain medication that's provided, and you will be asked to wear an activity monitor for 72 hours. It will take about 15 minutes during your surgery visit and post-operative visit to complete questionnaires. During the post-operative period you will receive electronic messages (via text or email) in the morning and evening. The messages will ask you to complete an eDiary on your smartphone to record pain levels, which will take about 2-3 minutes for each entry. Participants must be age 18+, have at least one wisdom tooth impacted in the lower jaw, and be in generally good health and able to take ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), acetaminophen (Tylenol), and hydrocodone.

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