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Development of effective communications infographics to increase knowledge of evidence-based Safe Systems interventions

Student researchers will develop a set of 10-15 infographics of interventions that incorporate the Safe Systems principles. This project will work closely with the NC Vision Zero team to gather input from key road safety partners across the country (e.g., the Vision Zero Network, and Families for Safe Streets) via interviews to identify interventions to highlight, collaborate with the design team at NC State's Institute for Transportation Research and Education to produce quality materials, and work with local NC communities to conduct usability testing of materials and create a dissemination plan for the NC Vision Zero team.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Behavior
  • Environment
  • Injury/Injury Prevention
  • and 4 more
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100% Remote (online, phone, text)
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Human Centered Design Evaluation of OBGYN Resident Teacher Training

The purpose of this study is to improve the teaching training and teaching support OB/GYN residents receive during their residency. We will use a human-centered design (HCD) approach to create a UNC OB/GYN specific curriculum for resident teaching. The first phase of this project, the Inspiration Phase, gathers information about the current reality of resident teaching. Using this information we will eventually create and implement an effective resident-as-teacher curriculum for OB/GYN residents at UNC.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Social or Workplace Dynamics
  • UNC or UNC Health employees
  • UNC Students (undergrad, grad, professional)
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100% Remote (online, phone, text)
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Focus group about referrals to osteoarthritis resources

The purpose of this focus group is to get feedback from patient representatives at UNC Internal Medicine on a set of proposed patient resources and referrals to osteoarthritis resources.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Bones, Joints, Muscles
  • Healthy Volunteer or General Population
  • Opinions and Perceptions
  • Wellness and Lifestyle
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100% Remote (online, phone, text)
By physician referral or invitation only

Identifying desirable characteristics and care needs for the development of a Down syndrome health clinic

The purpose of this study is to identify key features of primary caregivers' desirable characteristics for the development of a Down syndrome (Ds) Clinic within the UNC Healthcare system.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Genetics and Genetic Disorders
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100% Remote (online, phone, text)
By physician referral or invitation only

Exploring Teacher Candidates' Views on Literacy Testing

This study aims to learn about how future teachers are trained to assess reading skills in elementary students. We want to understand their experiences, opinions, and confidence in using literacy assessments. By gathering this information, we hope to improve how teacher training programs prepare teachers to assess reading in young students.

Age & Gender
  • 22 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • UNC Students (undergrad, grad, professional)
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100% Remote (online, phone, text)
By physician referral or invitation only

Telepsychiatry in Schools

Mental health issues are rising among kids in the United States. Speaking to a counselor over video chat is one way to increase access to mental health care during mental health crises. This study looks at what kids, parents, and school staff think about using video chats with a counselor to help when kids have mental health crises at school.

Age & Gender
  • 8 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Child and Teen Health
  • Mental and Emotional Health
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100% Remote (online, phone, text)
By physician referral or invitation only

Paclitaxel Coated balloon for the Treatment of chronic bEnigN sTricture- Bowel

To determine the safety and efficacy of GIE Medical's ProTractX3™ TTS DCB for the treatment of recurrent benign bowel strictures.

Age & Gender
  • 22 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Stomach, Digestion and Gut Health
Visit Location
100% Remote (online, phone, text)
By physician referral or invitation only

Diabetes Sleep Study

The purpose of this research study is to investigate the relationship between sleep brain wave patterns and peripheral glucose (sugar) levels in individuals with and without type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Participants will undergo continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) using a CGM device for up to two weeks before an in-laboratory sleep study which is part of routine medical care at UNC to examine how sugar levels fluctuate during sleep and how these fluctuations relate to brain wave activity

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 75 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Brain, Head, Nervous System
  • Diabetes
  • Glands and Hormones
  • and 5 more
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100% Remote (online, phone, text)
By physician referral or invitation only

MOUD Training in Family Medicine

Explore family medicine physician attitudes and treatment practices around medications for opioid use disorder.

Age & Gender
  • 18 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive
Study Interest
  • Mental and Emotional Health
  • Substance Use (tobacco, alcohol, opioids, etc)
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100% Remote (online, phone, text)
By physician referral or invitation only

Colontown: A Qualitative Study of an Online Community for Colorectal Cancer Patients and their Caregivers

Colontown is an online community of more than 100 private Facebook groups for colorectal cancer patients, survivors, and care partners. The purpose of this study is document and analyze Colontown members' engagement practices and perceptions of patient empowerment, to determine how online communities can support patients and caregivers in CRC management.

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