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Team Science Protein Supplement Pilot Study

We're exploring how a special protein supplement called β-hydroxy-methyl-butyrate (HMB for short) could improve mobility in older adults with weakness. It involves just five in-person visits over 12 weeks.

Age & Gender
  • 65 years ~ 85 years
  • Male, Female
Study Interest
  • Aging
  • Bones, Joints, Muscles
  • Eating, Nutrition, and Metabolism
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Telehealth Weight Loss Intervention

Are you interested in losing weight to improve your health? This is an innovative research study that aims to promote weight loss in older adults through either a health coach or a registered dietitian and physical therapist. In those not showing weight loss at 8-weeks, we will try a different strategy to maximize the chance of losing weight. We will provide a gift card incentive for your time.

Age & Gender
  • 65 years ~ 85 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Aging
  • Chronic Conditions
  • Wellness and Lifestyle
  • and 2 more
Not currently enrolling

Geriatric Functional Assessment System Using Passive Wearable Sensing and Deep Learning

We are testing out a device that collects physical function data among older adults who have multiple chronic conditions. We want to see if the device works efficiently and is user friendly.

Age & Gender
  • 65 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Aging
Open

Using Chat GPT and Amazon Alexa for Early Diagnosis of Memory Decline

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.

Age & Gender
  • 65 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Aging
  • Chronic Conditions
  • Physical Disability
  • and 3 more
Visit Location
100% Remote (online, phone, text)
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Nutrition & Dietary Assessment Pilot Study

Our team is exploring how technology can help us capture dietary information. We are looking for older adults who will be willing to help us see what is the most effective way to capture nutritional information.

Age & Gender
  • 65 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Aging
  • Eating, Nutrition, and Metabolism
  • Obesity
  • and 4 more
Visit Location
100% Remote (online, phone, text)
Open

BandPass: A Remote Monitoring System for Strength

Do you want to help in the design of a new device that can electronically measure and track your strength? We are testing a new system that uses an electronic resistance exercise band and an 'app' designed for older adults to improve strength and prevent weakness. If you have an interest, you may be able to share your opinions on the device with us! We will provide $50 in gas card incentives.

Age & Gender
  • 65 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Aging
  • Chronic Conditions
  • Physical Disability
  • and 3 more
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Assessing Social Predictors of health using artificial Intelligence to Reform EMRs (ASPIRE)

Do you ever feel like your doctor doesn't hear or understand what your needs are? Does it feel like your doctor is always rushing you and there's never enough time to address what's really important in your health. You may be eligible to participate in a focus group study to find out more about what health issues doctors are missing during health appointments and how communication between patient and doctor can be improved.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Aging
  • Healthy Volunteer or General Population
  • Minority Health
  • and 7 more
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GLP-1 Survey

Have you taken a GLP-1 agonist drug such as semaglutide for weight loss? You may be able to participate in a research study to find out if taking GLP-1 agonist drugs such as semaglutide have any effect on physical function or quality of life.

Age & Gender
  • 65 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Obesity
Visit Location
100% Remote (online, phone, text)
Not currently enrolling

Dementia Telehealth Study

This study is designed to better understand the thoughts and perspectives of older adults with early-stage Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) and their caregivers to determine barriers to using telemedicine.

Age & Gender
  • 0 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Aging
  • Brain, Head, Nervous System
  • Wellness and Lifestyle
Visit Location
100% Remote (online, phone, text)
Not currently enrolling

Osteoporosis medications in nursing home residents with dementia

UNC Center for Aging and Health needs your help to understand the feelings of family/informal caregivers of nursing home residents with dementia about reducing or stopping osteoporosis medications.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Aging
  • Bones, Joints, Muscles
Visit Location
100% Remote (online, phone, text)
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