Research Participants Needed
Muscle Physiology Lab Sit Study (adults & teens)
Cognitive Function and Functional-Living
Healthy Aging: Trouble with Balance, Stairs and Walking
The Effects of Adderall on Exercise Performance
Improving Measurement of Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms
"Cardiovascular Study for Endurance Trained Male Athletes"
"Understanding Changes in Balance with Aging"
Improving Measurement of Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms
Volunteers Needed - Physical Activity and Behavior Lab - Umass Amherst - Kinesiology Department
for a research study on improving the mesurement of Multiple Sclerosis symptoms.
Eligibility:
- Between 20-70 years old
- Definite MS diagnosis
Study requirements: Complete a packet of 8 surveys by mail or online.
Compensation: $10.00
For more information please contact Dr. Erin Snook by email: esnook@kin.umass.edu or by phone at 413-545-6438.
In the Muscle Physiology Lab, we strive to understand the effects of age, gender, and physical activity on human skeletal muscle function. We use a combination of techniques to study various aspects of muscle physiology and energetics. We are currently seeking volunteers for several research projects. You may be eligible if you:
* are 21-35 or 65-80 years old
* do not smoke
* do not participate in a structured exercise program
Information about the way your muscle functions, as well as some monetary compensation are provided to volunteers who complete the study!
If you are interested or would like more information, please visit our website at www.people.umass.edu/muscle or contact us at 413-545-5305.
Researchers in the Physical Activity and Health Lab at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst are doing a study that seeks to understand how we spend our time each day. We will test out a survey to measure where, why, and how we spend our time each day. This survey will help researchers find ways to decrease sitting time, and help them to get a better idea of how sitting may affect health.
You may qualify for the study if you are:
- Age 18 - 75 yrs old
- Able to walk without major joint or muscle problems and without the use of walking aids such as crutches or a wheelchair.
- Able to read, write and speak in English
- Available by phone during the study period
You are willing to:
- Participate in 5 study visits over a 4 month period
- Wear 2 small monitors that measure steps and movement
- Answer survey questions
- Complete 6 phone interviews about what you did the day before
- One blood draw (optional)
By finishing the study, you will receive up to $120 for your time and effort. If you are interested and would like more information, please contact us at: umass.sit@gmail.com or call the Physical Activity and Health Lab at 413-545-1583.
Adolescent Sit Study - Adolescent Study Volunteers Needed Also
You may qualify for the study if you are:
- Age 12-17 yrs old
- Able to walk without major joint or muscle problems and without the use of walking aids such as crutches or a wheelchair
- Able to take part in school Physical Education classes
- Able to read, write and speak in English
- Available by phone during the study period
You are willing to:
- Participate in 5 study visits over a 4 month period
- Wear 2 small monitors that mesure steps and movement
- Answer survey questions
- Complete 6 phone interviews about what you did the day before
By finishing the study, you will receive up to $100 for your time and effort. If you are interested and would like more information, please contact us at: umass.sit@gmail.com or call the Physical Activity and Health Lab at 413-545-1583.
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Andrea Morand of the University of Massachusetts Amherst is conducting her Master’s Thesis study examining the relationship between cognitive function and a newly developed measure of functional-living (Movement and Activity in Physical Space [MAPS] score). MAPS measures how older adults function in their real-world environment.
Eligibility criteria:
- Aged 65 years or older
- Ambulatory without aid
- Free of any conditions that affect walking (i.e., stroke, diabetes)
- Capable of completing a brief cognitive task at time of phone screening
1st Testing Session (1 hour):
- Informed Consent Document, demographic questionnaire, brief walking test, cognitive testing
- Activity monitors worn in between testing sessions to measure movement in real-world environment
2nd Testing Session (10 minutes)-One week later:
- Activity monitors will be returned
- Physical activity questionnaire and compensation forms completed
$15 compensation
Contact: Andrea Morand
Email: REALWORLDfunction@gmail.com
Phone: 413-545-6007
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Healthy Aging: Are you having trouble with balance? Stairs? Walking?
We are seeking volunteers for a research project in the Muscle Physiology Laboratory at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. You may be eligible if you are:
- 65-85 years old
- A non-smoker
- Having some trouble with balance or stairs.
Compensation up to $100
If you are interested and would like more information, please contact us at: The Muscle Study - Call Terri at 413-545-5305 or email at: muscle@kin.umass.edu
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The Effects of Adderall on Exercise Performance
Participants needed for a study in the Kinesiology department for research on the effects of Adderall on Exercise Performance
WHO’S ELIGIBLE
. Men and women ages 18-30
. Recreationally active, able to exercise
. Generally healthy
. You have a prescription for Adderall
REQUIREMENTS
. Perform maximal exercise test on bike
. Complete 2 exercise trials with and without your Adderall
You will receive a FREE T-SHIRT and an assessment of aerobic fitness for completing this study!
For more information, please contact the Energy Metabolism Lab:
Phone: 413-545-0331
Email: AdderallPerformanceStudy@gmail.com
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Former Smokers Wanted
Have you recently quit smoking? Show us how your body has improved!
We are conducting a research study to see how the body's response to one weight-lifting session improves after you quit smoking. In this one-week long study, you'll have strength measured (7 times), blood drawn (8 times), and do a one-legged weight-lifting exercise one time.
To be in this study you must:
- Be a healthy man, 18-35 years old
- Have smoked regularly but recently quit (within the past year)
- Have not done any strenuous exercise with the legs in the recent past.
Compensation for completing the study is $150. Contact us at umass.smoking@gmail.com or (413) 577-4703 for more information or to enroll
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"Cardiovascular Study for Endurance Trained Male Athletes"
Are you a healthy, highly-active endurance athlete, age 45-70?
The Cardiovascular Physiology lab is in search of men with at least a 20-year endurance training history to participate in a study investigating the effects of long-term physical activity and short-term inactivity on markers of cardiovascular disease.
WHO’S ELIGIBLE
. Healthy
. Men between the ages of 45-70
. 20 years of running history
. Non-smoker
The study includes
. Blood Pressure and Health Screening
. Cholesterol Testing
. Physical Activity Monitoring
If you are interested in participating please contact Gaya at:
Phone: 973-572-8941
Email: molecularcardiolab@gmail.com
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"Understanding Changes in Balance with Aging"
Participate in a study aimed at understanding changes in balance with age
Eligibility
• Men and Women ages 35-100 years
• Walk without the use of a walking aid (walker, cane, etc.)
About the study
• A health questionnaire
• One 2 hour testing session where you will be asked to walk over obstacles of different heights
This research is being conducted in the Biomechanics lab through the Kinesiology Department at the University of Massachusetts by Brittney Muir and Dr. Richard van Emmerik.
Please contact Brittney through phone 765-427-3845 or by email muir@kin.umass.edu with any questions or if you would like to participate.
