Learn if voice recognition technology can help in the early detection of memory problems We are inviting you to participate in a research study, Exploiting Voice Assistant Systems for Early Detection of Cognitive Decline, by completion of a virtual interaction involving a memory test, questionnaires, and interaction with Chat GPT and an Amazon Alexa. Our study team is seeking volunteers: • Aged 65 and older • Are healthy or have mild cognitive impairment • Have access to Wi-Fi and a quiet environment • Have the internet browser Google Chrome or are willing to install it on their personal computer This study involves: • 1 Zoom session • Completion of memory tests and questionnaires • Interaction with Amazon Alexa • Interaction with Chat GPT • Virtual visit will be audio and videotaped After the session, you will be compensated $20 for your participation.
We are seeking volunteers for a survey to learn what may encourage and discourage cancer patients to be in cancer research studies. We'd like to hear from you if you are: -18 years+ -Have been diagnosed with cancer or the caregiver of someone diagnosed with cancer. -Spend time in Bertie, Hertford, Robeson or Scotland County, NC or a neighboring county. Participation includes 1 survey (about 10 minutes long) that can be done with your mobile device, computer, or by phone with the researcher. Compensation: 1 in 10 participants will receive a $25 Visa gift card.
Are you a young adult cancer survivor who would like to improve your health? Interested in using technology to support a healthy diet, get more physically active, and make healthy lifestyle changes? Researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill are looking for volunteers to sign up for a 3-month research program using a Fitbit activity tracker and mobile app to improve your physical activity and dietary habits.
There is very little knowledge about why Chinese-speaking Asians develop eating disorders. In this study, we want to understand the symptoms and genetic risks of eating disorders among Chinese-speaking Asians.
Have you been diagnosed with pleural fluid, and have been referred for a pleural fluid drainage? If so, you may be able to participate in a research registry to help us learn more about lung cancer.
Do you have a cancer that is advanced or metastatic? Has your cancer progressed on one or more standard of care therapies? If you answered yes, then this research study may be for you. Study drug will be provided. 8
Did you receive a COVID-19 vaccine during or immediately before pregnancy? You may be able to take part in this study to help us learn more about the developmental outcomes of your child.
We are doing research on large language models such as ChatGPT, Bing AI, and Google Bard. We are interviewing and conducting diary studies with information professionals (e.g. finance, law, IT, business, academia, journalism, and consulting) who use these systems in their work. If you're open to sharing your experiences with these tools, you can choose to participate in a 10-workday diary study followed by an interview which could last between 30 to 90 minutes. As a token of our appreciation, participants will be offered a $60 Gift Card or payment if you choose to complete both the diary study and the interview. We are look forward to hearing from you!
Have you been diagnosed with oropharyngeal (tonsil or tongue base) cancer. If so, you may be able to take part in a research study testing markers to determine who may be appropriate for less aggressive therapy and markers to determine if recurrent tumors can be detected earlier.
Have you been diagnosed with cervical cancer? If so, you may be able to take part in a research study that aims to identify a new non-invasive biomarker (blood test) to 1) detect cervical cancer during screenings and 2) track response to treatment, detect early recurrence and guide personalized treatment decisions. In this study we will measure levels of Circulating Tumor Human Papilloma Virus DNA (ctHPVDNA) levels in the blood and urine of women with newly diagnosed cervical cancer prior to receiving any treatment, and then compare this to the levels in samples collected after treatment (surgery of chemoradiation).