UNC Dermatology conducts clinical research studies for multiple skin conditions. We are inviting anyone who is interested in being contacted about current or future research studies to sign up for our registry.

Do you identify as Malaysian? Are you a part of a religious organization in Malaysia? Are you interested in the state of gender equality in Malaysia? If so, you will be able to participate in a study on the challenges men in Malaysia face when involved in gender equality work. We will also explore people's opinions on their involvement. Compensation provided.

Do you spend a large portion of your day sitting? Do you exercise less than 90 minutes per week? If so, you may be able to take part in a study looking at how sitting and movement affect your life. We want to help lower the chances of getting heart disease and diabetes. Compensation provided.

Do you have sickle cell trait or wonder if you might? Join our study to learn more about how having sickle cell trait could impact your health. The study uses simple lab tests, and participants receive compensation.

Are you interested in learning more about how the body and brain influences social behavior? If you are between 18 and 29 years old, you may be eligible to participate in our new EEG study! This project uses EEG and blood assaying techniques to understand how differences in immune functioning relates to the way that reward is processed in the brain. Compensation is provided.

Preventing walking disability in our rapidly aging population is an enormous public health challenge. Fundamental to their loss of functional mobility is that the muscles needed to power walking experience disproportionate declines in function with age. Wearable assistive devices can be designed to augment the function of these muscles and may make walking easier. If you are a healthy adult, you may be eligible to participate in a study to help guide the development of more effective exoskeleton designs!

Do you have problems with your thinking or memory? Or a parent or sibling with dementia? If so, we'd like you to join this registry about the brain and Alzheimer's disease. In return for providing us with a little bit of your health history and background, we will connect you with researchers doing studies you can join, without obligation. Many studies pay a stipend and some offer a possible treatment.

Are you the parent of a female 13-15 year old teen? Do you have a history of depression? If so, you and your teen may be able to participate in a study looking at teenager's brain responses, emotions, social interactions, and depression risk. Families can be paid up to $375 for their participation in the study.

Have you ever noticed yourself repeatedly thinking or doing specific things? Have you experienced symptoms of OCD now or in the past (even if you did not seek treatment)? Do you identify as Black? If you have (or think you might have) OCD, you may be able to participate in a study to learn more about OCD and new methods for prevention and treatment. Participants will receive $50.

Have you ever been concerned about your eating? We're inviting adults in the U.S. who have ever had anorexia nervosa, atypical anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, or avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) at any point in their life to take our survey. No official medical diagnosis is required. Common signs of different eating disorders may include: restricting the amount or type of food you eat or eating excessive amounts of food in one sitting. Some other possible signs are making yourself throw up, using diet pills or laxatives, excessively exercising, or fasting to alter your weight. Only with your help can we the causes and potential cures for these disorders. Eligible participants who complete Core Questionnaires and return their saliva sample will receive a $30 gift card.