The Behavioral Medicine and Movement Neuroscience Labs in the department of kinesiology are recruiting participants ages 70-84 for a study investigating how lifestyle factors, including pet ownership, affect brain and cognitive health in older adulthood.

The requirements:

• Visit UMass Amherst for two study visits
  • At study visit one, complete mobility and cognitive function tests
  • At study visit two, have an MRI brain scan
• Complete a survey packet and wear an activity monitor for seven days

Participants will receive up to $60.

Learn more about this research at www.UMassBMedLab.com or contact the research team at 413-545-6653 or BehavioralMedicine@umass.edu.