This study is for folks who are interested in generally advancing knowledge about blood coagulation and are willing to have their blood drawn. This information will not be helpful for diagnosing any specific individual but rather is about helping everyone by improving general knowledge.
Interested in participating in future research studies? Whether you have had a previous concussion(s) or not, you may be able to take part in several research study opportunities. This registry simply collects your contact information and then we will reach out if any study opportunities are available.
Are you a current or former smoker coming to UNC for lung cancer screening, planning to have surgery to determine if you have lung cancer, or have you been recently diagnosed with lung cancer? You may be able to take part in a research study to help develop a blood test that could improve early detection of lung cancer tumors. Compensation provided.
Some friendships just click! Do you wonder why people become friends? Are you 18-30? You may be able to participate in a research study that uncovers the how the brain and body communicate during first impressions! Compensation is provided.
Are you between ages 45-59 and experiencing mood changes in the menopause transition? Help us learn more about how hormones affect mood and brain activity!
Have you been infected with COVID-19? Are you a solid organ transplant recipient? Have you or your child received a COVID-19 vaccine or are planning to receive one? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a research study that will assess your immune response to COVID-19 infection or vaccination over a 5 year period. We are looking for children and adults aged 7-95 years, and plan to collect blood every 2-6 months over the study period. (Compensation provided for the first year).
Do you sit too much at work or home? There is strong evidence for an association between sitting and cardiovascular diseases such as coronary heart disease and stroke. In this study, we want to identify strategies to break up sitting for long periods of time. Compensation will be provided.
Are you between the ages of 40 and 60? Participate in a study exploring the perceptions of health messages and how we can promote healthier lifestyles for people of all backgrounds. Compensation provided.
Are you pregnant? If you are in your 3rd trimester, you may be able to take part in a research study. In this study, we want to learn more about how different kinds of exercise can help reduce risk for high blood pressure in pregnancy and other possible pregnancy complications.
Are you a Black Latino/a/x (Afro-Latino/a/x) adult living in North Carolina? Would you be interested in sharing your experiences of what it means to be Afro-Latino in your day-to-day life and how it relates to your health? If so, you may be able to participate to a study that focuses on Afro-Latinos and their health, with a particular interest in cardiovascular health. Compensation provided. ¿Eres un adulto Latino Afro-descendiente (Afro-Latino) viviendo en Carolina del Norte? ¿Le interesaría compartir sus experiencias de lo que significa ser Afro-Latino en su vida cotidiana y como es relacionada con su salud? Si le interesa, puede participar en un estudio que se enfoca en la salud de Afro-Latinos, con interese particular en la salud y los riesgos cardiovasculares. Compensación proporcionada.