Do you or your child have alopecia areata? Would you be interested in hearing more about a clinical study on alopecia areata? If so, you may be able to participate in a research study to find out how effective and safe the study medication ritlecitinib is in patients with alopecia areata.
Are you living with chronic limb-threatening ischemia? You may be dealing with ongoing pain, hard-to-heal wounds, or tough choices about surgeries and treatments to save your leg or foot. We want to hear your story. What has it been like trying to get the care you need? Have you ever felt confused about your treatment options or wished for more support along the way? By sharing your experience, you can help us understand how to improve care for others facing the same condition. Maybe it's helping doctors explain things more clearly, finding better ways to manage pain, or offering support for people worried about losing their independence. We'll talk with you twice-once now and again in six months-to learn about your full journey, the highs and lows, and what really helped. Your voice can lead to real changes that make care better and less stressful for people in the future.
Are you curious about how social media affects child development? You and your child could participate in an exciting research study at UNC Chapel Hill! Compensation provided.
Looking for school staff, parents, and recent high school graduates to participate in a research study to learn more about how to help students feel more connected at school. Compensation provided.
For many of us, reading is something we do every day without much conscious effort or thought. However, there is actually a lot going on behind the scenes in our minds; for example, memory is a complex process that plays an important role when we read. By participating in our study, you will help us understand how humans read and comprehend language. Compensation will be provided.
Do you have type 1 diabetes? Has your doctor told you that your HbA1c is higher than the goal? Do you also have excess body weight? If you are having a hard time controlling your blood sugar with only insulin, you may be able to participate in a research study to see if taking an investigational medication once weekly can help improve your blood sugar control and reduce your body weight.
Take our survey!All undergraduate and graduate students are invitedto share their perspectives about how they feel asense of belonging or connectedness with campus. Itshould take you no longer than 15 minutes, and youranswers will remain totally confidential. You can also be entered to win one offifty $20 Amazon eGift Cards! Survey participation not required for raffle.
Is your toddler not talking? Do they show signs of possible autism? Does your family qualify for public assistance (WIC, Medicaid, etc.)? If so, you may be able to participate in a study about how your child develops communication skills. We will do in-home assessments of your child's communication at 3 timepoints over a year and give you reports of your child's development and autism traits that can be used to access services. Compensation is provided.
This research study (IRB # 24-3153) involves completing an attention task on the computer with an EEG cap on your head. The attention task itself will take 50 minutes. The whole study (questionnaires, EEG setup, and study conclusion) will take two hours. This study aims to explore aspects of attention and to understand what happens in the brain when attention stays on something. Participants who have completed the study will earn $20 for their participation.
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. We will provide $25 in gift card incentives.