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Volunteering

Volunteers are an integral part of the research process. People with a particular disease as well as healthy people both can play a role in contributing to medical advances. Without volunteers, clinical studies simply would not be possible.

People volunteer for clinical studies for many reasons. They may have a:

• Desire to improve medical care for future generations
• Connection to a certain disease or illness, whether through personal experience or through friends or family
• Personal interest in science

Participating is a choice

Volunteering for a clinical study is a personal choice. You have no obligation to do so, and participation is not right for everyone. After enrolling in a study, you may leave at any time for any reason.

Getting involved

• Participate in a clinical study at Mayo Clinic. By better understanding how to diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases or conditions, we help people live longer, healthier lives. Researchers need volunteers for a broad range of clinical studies. Find a clinical study .
• Connect with us. Eligibility requirements vary for each study and determine the criteria for participation. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Connect with the study staff directly as they are in the best position to answer questions and provide specific information regarding eligibility and possible participation. Contact information is found in each study listing.
• Join a national research volunteer registry. Health research changes peoples’ lives every day, but many studies end early because there are not enough volunteers. Researchers need both healthy people and those with all types of conditions. Funded by the National Institutes of Health, ResearchMatch is a first-of-its-kind registry that connects research volunteers with researchers across the country. Sign up at ResearchMatch.org .

Making an informed decision

• Informed consent. Before deciding to participate in a study, you will be asked to review an informational document called an informed consent form. This form will provide key facts about the study so that you can decide if participating is right for you. You must sign the informed consent form in order to participate in the study, though it is not a contract — you may still choose to leave the study at any time.
• Risks and benefits. All medical research involves some level of risk to participants. Risks and benefits vary depending on the particular study. To help you make an informed decision, the study team is required to tell you about all known risks, benefits and available alternative health care options.
• Ask questions. If you have questions when deciding to join a research study or at any time during it, ask a member of the study team. If your questions or concerns are not satisfactorily addressed, contact the study's principal investigator, the Mayo Clinic research subject advocate or the Mayo Clinic Institutional Review Board (IRB).

Protecting rights and safety

An independent group, the Mayo Clinic IRB , oversees all Mayo clinical studies that involve people, ensuring research is conducted safely and ethically. Members of the Mayo Clinic IRB include doctors, scientists, nurses and people from the local community.

In addition, Mayo Clinic has a research subject advocate who is independent of all clinical studies and is a resource for research participants. Contact the research subject advocate by email or at 507-266-9372 with questions, concerns and ideas for improving research practices.

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Clinical studies may involve billable services and insurance coverage varies by provider.

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Research Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer and research opportunities for students at bwh.

There are a variety of opportunities for students to work or volunteer and learn at BWH whether over the summer months, or on a part-time basis during the school year. Each program is geared toward different types of students at different levels. Please review all programs to determine which program is most appropriate for you.

Research Assistant Jobs at BWH - please visit the BWH Human Resources website to search for existing opportunities. A lab may be interested in talking with a student about a potential opportunity, even if they do not have a job posted on the BWH HR website yet. In this case, it is most efficient to identify a Principal Investigator (PI) conducting work in your specific area of interest, and to email that PI directly with your CV/resume and cover letter.

Northeastern University Co-op Program - for Northeastern University students seeking Co-op experiences at BWH.

Health Careers Connection (HCC) - dedicated to assisting students to make well informed decisions about healthcare careers and gain practical experience in healthcare organizations. HCC provides paid internships, career resources and networking opportunities to undergraduates interested in pursuing careers in healthcare. Approximately six students are placed at BWH for the summer.

Four Directions Summer Research Program (FDSRP) - begun as an idea among Native American students attending Harvard Medical School (HMS) and affiliated with BWH.FDSRP is now in its 15th year, and nearly 150 students have come to HMS/BWH during this time.

Brigham Summer Training in Academic Research and Scholarship (STARS) - provides underrepresented minority (URM) medical and undergraduate students an opportunity to engage in exciting basic, clinical and translational research projects during the summer at BWH and HMS, while enhancing the research capabilities of URM students, and encouraging these scholars to pursue advanced medical and graduate education and training at BWH and HMS.

Harvard Stem Cell Institute Internship Program (HIP) - This program represents an exciting opportunity for undergraduates to gain hands-on experience in stem cell research while working in a Harvard Stem Cell Institute (HSCI) laboratory under the supervision of an experienced researcher.

Medical Career Exploration Volunteer Program - Brigham and Women's Medical Career Exploration Volunteer Program (MCEP) is designed to give undergraduate college students (freshmen, sophomore and juniors) an opportunity to gain experience in a prestigious Harvard affiliated teaching hospital in order to help them make informed career/educational decisions while also availing them the opportunity to give back to the community. The program features a rotation of assignments that builds experience and culminates in a letter of recommendation and the opportunity to round with a physician for one day.

BWH Summer Internship Program (pdf) - an exploration program that introduces high school and college students to dynamic careers in health care. If selected, students will be offered an internship in a hospital department, receive hourly wages, and have opportunities to learn about health care careers. BWH HR Workforce Development (WFD) partners with community programs and The Boston Private Industry Council (PIC) to recruit students.

Student Success Jobs Program (SSJP) - a year-round internship program at BWH designed to introduce 90 Boston high school students to medical and science professions. Students are matched with health care professionals who provide mentoring and serve as role models. SSJP partners with eight Boston public high schools and The Boston Private Industry Council (PIC) to recruit students. Contact: Please contact Jesenia Cortes, SSJP Student Coordinator at 617-264-8743, [email protected]

Project TEACH (Teen Education About Careers in Health) - is a summer program at Brigham and Women’s Hospital geared to expose 10 th grade students attending partnering public high schools and community agencies to health, science and medical careers. Project TEACH includes a paid summer employment experience at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, informative seminars and shadowing opportunities for students to learn about various health professions, presentations on the various pipeline health career programs, and educational opportunities for participants to be more academically prepared in math and science as they continue high school.

Harvard Summer Research Program in Kidney Medicine (HSRPKM) WEBSITE – The Program is primarily research-based experience, however it includes a core curriculum that addresses the basic science and clinical fundamentals and challenges in the field of Kidney Medicine. The Program spans the nephrology divisions of four Harvard-affiliated hospitals – Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH), Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), Boston’s Children’s Hospital (BCH) and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). Email Shekora Saint [email protected] with questions.

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Program for Healthy Volunteers

What is the clinical research volunteer program (crvp).

Since 1954, the NIH Clinical Center, through the Clinical Research Volunteer Program, has provided an opportunity for healthy volunteers–local, national, and international–to participate in medical research studies (sometimes called protocols or trials). Healthy volunteers provide researchers with important information for comparison with people who have specific illnesses. Every year, nearly 3,500 healthy volunteers participate in studies at NIH.

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What are the benefits of volunteering to take part in clinical research?

Healthy volunteers who take part in clinical research studies at NIH may:

• Receive a thorough physical exam (in some studies)
• Receive compensation for taking part in a study
• Further medical knowledge
• Have the satisfaction of helping someone suffering from a chronic, serious, or life-threatening illness
• Provide important scientific information for developing new disease treatments

Will I be compensated?

The NIH compensates study participants for their time and, in some instances, for the inconvenience of a procedure. There are standard compensation rates for the participant's time; the study's principal investigator determines inconvenience rates. NIH reports compensation of $600 or more to the Internal Revenue Service and sends a "Form 1099-Other Income" to the participant at the end of the year. Please be aware that some or all of that compensation may be garnished if the participant has outstanding debts to the federal or state government.

What kinds of clinical studies are available?

There are about 300 studies available to healthy volunteers. You can find information on these studies on the Clinical Center's home page under Search the Studies . Type in the keywords: healthy and normal.

Studies for both inpatients and outpatients vary in length of time, location (onsite at the NIH Clinical Center, the NIH hospital in Bethesda, Maryland, or at off-site facilities in other areas), age, gender, special requirements, medical exclusions, and procedures. You select the studies that interest you the most and for which you think you would qualify.

Are there any risks?

The NIH staff will explain any risks, requirements, restrictions, or possible side effects before you agree to take part in any study. It is wise and important that you ask them any questions or voice any concerns before you make a decision about taking part.

How are studies approved for volunteer participation?

Before a study is approved for volunteer participation, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration reviews and approves any that involve an investigational drug. If the study involves radiation, the NIH Radiation Safety Committee must review and approve it. These reviews and approvals must take place before any volunteer is invited to participate in a research study.

In addition, physicians, scientists, and lay people rigorously screen all studies for safety, ethics, and need. The clinical director of the supporting institute, that institute's Institutional Review Board, and the Clinical Center director are among with approval authority for each study.

How can I volunteer?

One way to volunteer is to join the registry for the Clinical Research Volunteer Program (CRVP). The CRVP, created in 1995, is a resource that helps match potential research volunteers to clinical research studies at the NIH Clinical Center. To participate in the registry, we'll ask you to provide some basic information and give us permission to share that information with the research teams. If you are a potential match to a study's requirements, the study team will contact you.

How do I enroll myself or my child?

You can contact us at 301-496-4763. Parents or guardians must call to register anyone under 18 years of age.

How can I find studies currently recruiting volunteers?

You can find information about research studies currently recruiting volunteers by viewing the clinical studies website . When searching the web site, type in these words: healthy volunteers and normal volunteers. Call (301) 496-4763 or toll free 1-800-892-3276 for more information.

To determine your eligibility for a study, you may need to complete medical questionnaire forms. An NIH staff member will ask you additional questions. It is critical that you are honest and thorough in providing information about your medical and psychiatric history and about any prescription or nonprescription drugs you take. Accurate information allows investigators to judge whether the study poses any risk to you. You also must let the investigator know of your participation in any other research studies--past, present, or planned.

Before agreeing to participate in any study, the investigator will give you a consent form that explains the study in detail and in everyday, non-medical language. By signing this form, you indicate that you understand the study and volunteer to participate. As a volunteer, you are free to withdraw from, interrupt, or refuse to take part in a study at any time.

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Are you interested in participating in research? Explore the studies below for more information.

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To speak with an informed individual who is unaffiliated with specific research call (866) 680-2906 for questions, concerns, or complaints about research, research related injury or questions about the rights of a research participant.

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To update or remove the study information listed on this page, please email  [email protected] To submit an  IRB approved  study for posting, please fill out  this form .

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Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT) for Adolescents with Autism

Now recruiting 11-14 year old adolescents with autism who are highly verbal and their parents for our research study! Participants will receive a 9-week one-on-one social skills intervention with a clinician at Stanford and earn up to $325 in compensation. Participation includes neuropsychological and behavioral assessment appointments, the weekly intervention, and 2 MRI brain scans. Appointments can be done on weekends and/or evenings to accommodate school and working families.

Recruitment age range:  11-14

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]

Key words:  autism, ASD, PRT

Assessing Cognitive Decline

Our groundbreaking research study aims to develop an in-home monitoring system tailored to individuals experiencing memory, mood, & physical changes along with those that care about them. Using information from your recorded daily activities will teach our computer systems to detect mood & physical changes and develop preventive measures for those at risk.

Recruitment age range:  Over 65

Contact information for participant inquiries:   To learn more information about you can help us in our research –  https://nps.stanford.edu/  Call: 650-498-0616 email: [email protected]

Key words:  Alzheimer's disease, Dementia, Mild cognitive impairment

Refinement of Emotion Regulation App for adolescents with Anorexia Nervosa at Mealtimes during Family Based Treatment

Teens ages 12-18 are invited to participate in an Emotion Regulation Skills Mobile App research study through the Stanford Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. The study consists of one 30-minute session of testing the app, followed by a short survey to gather feedback. All can be done remotely. Who Can Participate?

• Adolescents ages 12-18
• Access to an iPhone
• Able to read and speak English  

For more information, or to sign up for the study, please email Christina Miranda at [email protected], or call her at 908-442-5567. For Participant's rights questions, contact 1-866-680-2906.

Recruitment age range:  12-18 years old

Contact information for participant inquiries:  Christina Miranda at  [email protected]

Key words:  emotion regulation, app, eating disorders

Sleep in Autism Spectrum Disorder

You are invited to participate in a new research study to better understand how sleep affects children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The study is led by the Stanford Autism Center of Excellence for Sleep.   

What is involved?

• In-person cognitive and behavioral assessments
• Day-time Electroencephalogram (EEG)
• In-home, 2 night sleep monitoring session
• Collection of saliva to measure cortisol and melatonin levels
• Wearing a watch device that tracks sleep and daily activity

You may be eligible if your child is...

• Between the ages of 4 and 17 years old
• Has an ASD Diagnosis
• Willing to complete on-site assessments, wear an activity tracking watch for 2 weeks, provide saliva samples, and participate in a day-time EEG and a 2 night sleep monitoring session

What will I receive if I participate?

• Research sleep study report and behavioral testing summary will be provided upon request.
• Participants will receive $50 for each in-person visit to Stanford and $100 for the 2 night in-home sleep assessment.

Treatment extension study

• If your child has sleep difficulties and between the ages of 8 and 17 years old, they may also qualify for sleep medication trials.

Interested in participating or want to learn more? Click the link, enter your info, and we'll be in touch:  https://redcap.link/ACESleep

Recruitment age range and gender:  4-17 years

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]  or call (650) 498-7215

Key words:  autism, sleep

Confirming the Effectiveness of Online Guided Self-Help Family-Based Treatment for Adolescent Anorexia Nervosa

Stanford University is conducting a study on virtual treatments for anorexia nervosa in adolescents.     Who can participate?

• Adolescents living with their families between the ages of 12 and 18 years of age with DSM-5 AN
• Adolescent lives with at least one family member
• Parents are able to read and speak fluent English
• Access to a computer with a reliable internet connection
• Adolescent is medically stable for remote, outpatient treatment

    The study will consist of:

• Virtual family-based treatment (FBT-V)
• Online guided self-help family-based treatment (GSH-FBT)
• In addition to treatment, participants will complete assessments and questionnaires throughout the course of the study.  

Recruitment age range and gender:  12-18 years

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected] (or call (650)-723-9182))

Key words:  eating disorders, anorexia

Teen Sleep Study

Recruitment age range:  12-18

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]

Key words:  sleep, suicidal ideation, teens

Cognitive Control in ADHD

Our goal is to investigate the brain basis of attention, impulsivity, and cognitive control in children with ADHD.

We’re seeking children who:    - are diagnosed with ADHD    - are ages of 8-10    - are right-handed    - have no braces or permanent metal in mouth or body     We're also looking for typically developing children of the same ages!

Recruitment age range:   8-10 years

Contact information for participant inquiries:   [email protected] , or call (650) 248-2862

Key words:  ADHD, Cognition, Development

Teen Health Study

Stanford University is conducting a study on teen health in hopes of informing healthy adolescent development and eating behaviors. We hope to use the results of our study to inform future eating disorder prevention programs. We are looking for families with daughters between the ages of 12-16 and parents who may or may not have experienced disordered eating in the past.

If you are interested in participating, we would love to include you in our work! Please email  [email protected] or visit our website to learn more! You can also follow this link to the eligibility survey. For participant's rights questions, contact 1-866-680-2906.

We look forward to working with you!

Recruitment gender and age range:  Females between the ages of 12-16 years

Contact information for participant inquiries:  (650) 285-2049

Key words:  eating disorders, risk factors, prevention

COPE (Caring Online Peer Encouragement) Group To Improve Outcomes for Vulnerable Adolescents during the COVID-19 Pandemic

The COPE study is designed to reduce social isolation and prevent symptoms of depression and anxiety in adolescents, especially during this time of the COVID-19 crisis and recovery. This is an 8-week, online video-based CBT group intervention.

CBT specifically emphasizes coping and problem-solving skills designed to reduce vulnerability to stress by changing behavioral responses and restructuring harmful cognitive patterns. Monitoring mood symptoms such as sadness and irritability and developing a toolbox of coping skills to handle stress can allow adolescents to slow or stave off the onset of depressive symptoms.

Participants can receive up to $60 for completing the study.

To learn more, please email  [email protected]

Recruitment age range:  12-17 years

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]

Key words:  adolescents, mood, depression

Efficacy of Nitrous Oxide in OCD: A Pilot Study

We are actively screening individuals with OCD for our NOOC (Nitrous Oxide in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) Study.

Purpose: To understand whether inhaled nitrous oxide may bring about rapid improvement in OCD symptoms

You may be eligible for this study if:

• You have OCD
• 18-65 years old
• Currently off medications

Recruitment age range:  18-65

Contact information for participant inquiries:  650-723-4095 or  [email protected]

Key words:  OCD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Causal Brain Mechanisms of Value-Based Attentional Capture in Depression

You are invited to participate in a study of brain function, behavior, or other biological attributes. From the information collected and studied in this project we hope to learn more about the brain basis of attention to reward in individuals with and without depression.

Recruitment age range:  18+

Contact information for participant inquiries:  650-353-7941

Key words:  Depression, Decision Making, Attention

Looking to Understand Neuropsychiatric Symptoms in Alzheimer's Disease (L.U.N.A. Study)

Sleep loss can negatively impact the brain networks that regulate emotion. Research suggests that insomnia contributes to depressive mood symptoms. The  CoPsyN Sleep lab at Stanford University is conducting a study to investigate the degree to which the emotional regulation brain network is modified by improving sleep in individuals with or at risk for developing Alzheimer’s Disease (AD).

Individuals who are between 50 and 90 years old, experiencing mood symptoms, memory impairments and trouble sleeping may be eligible for this study. Eligible participants will receive a sleep evaluation, individual treatment for insomnia, and compensation for participation. This study will require visits to Stanford University. 

Recruitment age range:  50 and 90

Contact information for participant inquiries:  To learn more please call (650)721-6089, email [email protected], or fill out the  interest form .

Key words:  sleep, memory, depression

Online Paid Research Study: Understanding Suicide Attempt Risk Factors

Have you ever had serious thoughts about suicide? Have you ever attempted suicide? Contribute to reducing suicide by volunteering in a Stanford University research study funded by American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

Eligible individuals will be invited to participate in online assessments and two follow-up phone calls. Participants will receive $100 after completing all study visits.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or Text “HOME” to 741741

If you are in crisis, call a provider or 911 or visit your nearest emergency room

Recruitment age range:  18 to 65

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected] ; 650-497-2577

Key words:  suicide risk factors

Healthy Adults Needed for FLASH Study

Stanford University and the Palo Alto VA are seeking participants, ages 18-35, for a research study investigating the use of bright light to improve nighttime alertness and change the timing of the circadian clock. Participation involves two separate lab stays, each consisting of:

• 2-day/night stay at the VA Sleep Lab
• 2 weeks of at-home sleep monitoring using a wrist-watch device  

In lab performance will be tested using flight simulation software. Participants must be healthy, non-smokers, without sleep problems. Volunteers paid up to $700 for successful completion of both 2-day/night stays in VA Sleep Lab.

Recruitment age range:  18-35

Contact information for participant inquiries:  Yvonne Quevedo at (650) 849-1971 or [email protected]

Key words:  sleep disorders, insomnia

Confirming the Efficacy/Mechanism of Family Therapy for Children with Low Weight Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)

Children ages 6-12 with a diagnosis of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) and their families are invited to participate in a Family-Based Treatment (FBT) vs. a manualized Non-Specific Care (NSC) research study through the Stanford Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. The study consists of 14 one-hour telehealth sessions in either treatment arm, along with required medical management, over the course of 4 months. Treatment will be provided by doctoral-level, highly skilled therapists.

Recruitment age range:  6-12 years

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]

Key words:  eating disorders, ARFID, Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder

Accelerated Math Longitudinal Study

We are looking for RIGHT HANDED children AGES 5-7 with NO METAL IN THEIR BODIES. Participation may include:

• Initial visit plus 1- and 2-year follow up visits
• Clinical & neuropsychological assessments
• MRI scans where children play games while pictures of their brain are taken (safe, non-invasive, no x-rays or harmful radiation)

Recruitment age range:  5-7 years

Contact information for participant inquiries:  Visit at braindevelopment.stanford.edu or email at [email protected] or call 650.736.3969

Key words:  math, learning

Understanding the emotional impact of pandemics

Do you provide unpaid care for a family member or friend with ANY physical or mental health condition? Stanford researchers are conducting an anonymous, international, online survey to understand what it is like to be a caregiver in these uncertain times. You don't have to be a caregiver of COVID to participate! The survey will take ~15 minutes to complete and people living anywhere in the world can respond.

Please click on this link to get started!

Recruitment age range:  18+

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]

Key words: caregiver, carer, caregiving

A multicenter, open-label feasibility clinical trial investigating the tolerability of the Vorso Transcutaneous Stimulator system in adult female subjects with postpartum depression

The Vorso STIM100 System (manufactured by Vorso Corp, Redwood City, CA) is designed to deliver mild transdermal electrical stimulation to adult female subjects suffering from postpartum depression. The purpose of this research is to observe the tolerability and efficacy of Vorso’s transcutaneous electrical stimulation in subjects suffering from postpartum depression. Adverse events will be recorded and monitored.

This study will include 6 study center visits and women will be asked to use the device once daily for 15 minutes for 6 weeks. Participants will be compensated up to $300 for completing the study.

Recruitment age range:  18-45 year old females

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]  or 650-724-4559

Key words:  postpartum depression, medical device, treatment

SPARK: Simons Foundation Powering Autism Research for Knowledge, a national cohort of individuals and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder

Stanford University invites the entire autism community to join SPARK, a research study sponsored by Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative (SFARI), to help establish the largest online autism research cohort committed to accelerating the understanding of autism. There is no cost to join SPARK, and participants will receive access to experts through webinars and other online channels so they can hear about the latest research in autism. Interested individuals can register at www.SPARKforautism.org/stanford or contact us at [email protected] for more information.

Recruitment age range: all ages

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]

Key words:  autism, genetic, research registry

Intranasal Vasopressin Treatment in Children with Autism

The purpose of this clinical trial is to investigate the effectiveness of vasopressin nasal spray for treating symptoms associated with autism. Vasopressin is a hormone that is produced naturally within the body and has been implicated in regulating social behaviors. It has been proposed that administration of the hormone may also help improve social functioning in individuals with autism.

Recruitment age range: 6 to 17 years old

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected] , (650) 736-1235

Key words: Autism

Exercise & the brain study - Adolescents (12-20 years old) with and without ADHD

Stanford's Center for Interdisciplinary Brain Sciences Research (CIBSR) is conducting a study of the effects of exercise upon brain function in adolescents with and without attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Volunteers aged between 12-20 years old who able to participate in moderate to vigorous cycling exercise are required. This study involves 3 sessions (lasting up to 3 hours each). Participants will have their heart rate measured and complete self-report questionnaires and computerized tasks during and after cycling-exercise. Noninvasive near-infrared spectroscopy, which involves wearing a head cap to measure brain activity, will be applied. For more information please contact the Brain Research, EXercise and FITness Lab at: [email protected] For general information about participant rights, contact the Institutional Review Board 1-866-680-2906

Recruitment age range: 12-20 years

Contact information for participant inquiries:   [email protected]

Key words: ADHD, Exercise, Brain

Math Elements Training Intervention

Seeking 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders of all math and learning abilities to participate in an exciting study to increase our understanding of math skill development and how the brain changes with math learning.

Recruitment age range: 2nd - 4th graders

Contact information for participant inquiries:   Please visit  braindevelopment.stanford.edu   or email  [email protected]   or call  650-736-0056

Key words:  math, learning, autism, cognition

Apple Watch Adherence Study

Are you curious about how an Apple Watch can help you increase your daily steps? Are you over 18 and have an iPhone? If so, you may be inetrested in participating in the Apple Watch research study, happening at Stanford University!

Recruitment age range: over 18 years

Contact information for participant inquiries:  Max Kasun at [email protected]

Key words: physical activity, technology, adherence

The role of the brain stem in Gulf War Veterans Illness pathology

• Are you a Veteran?
• Did you serve during the first Gulf War from 1990-1991?
• Is your body free of permanent metallic objects?

You are invited to participate in a research study involving Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in US Veterans serving during the 1990-1991 Gulf War. About 30% of Veterans who served in the 1990-91 Persian Gulf War are suffering from Gulf War Veterans’ Illness (GWVI), a chronic condition that is still not well understood and for which adequate treatment is lacking. This study investigates the role of the brain stem in regulating pain and sleep in GWVI using advanced brain imaging and psychophysical measurements.     If applicable, all travel accommodations will be provided by the research team (flight, lodging, car transportation).

Recruitment age range:  48+

Contact information for participant inquiries:  650-374-7962

Key words:  gulf war illness, veterans, MRI, chronic pain, sleep disorders

Cognitive Training Study for Older Adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment

Our research group at Stanford Psychiatry is conducting a new study to examine changes in brain function in response to online, computerized cognitive training games (brain training games). We are looking for individuals ages 65 to 85 with a diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Impairment or who are experiencing memory problems who are interested in participating in our research.  

The participants will receive an honorarium of up to $200 for participation in addition to complementary access to a suite of online brain training games. The participants will also receive MRI brain imaging and cognitive assessments. No radiation or injection is involved. 

Recruitment age range: 65-85

Contact information for participant inquiries: Hannah at [email protected] or at 650-724-2939 or for more information, please visit: http://cbrain.stanford.edu/

Key words: memory, MCI, cognitive training

Water-based Activity to Enhance Recall in Veterans

You are being asked to take part in a randomized study for improving memory in veterans 50 years of age and older, who have mild memory problems. We hope to learn whether exercise improves memory training by using a water based intervention.

Recruitment age range:  50 years of age and older

Contact information for participant inquiries:  (650)-493-5000 ext. 65992

Key words:  Exercise, Memory

Virtual Reality Therapy for Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)

This research study is seeking participants, ages 18-70 years of age, who are diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) to participate in a research study on the use of virtual reality (VR) therapy for FND. The purpose of the study is to learn if computerized delivery of physical and cognitive behavior therapy is an effective treatment for FND. If you decide to participate, you will be randomized to receive the intervention or to receive placebo.  In both cases you will receive 8 sessions of a VR experience. You will also be asked to take several surveys, provide feedback, and be videotaped while wearing a virtual reality helmet display and playing several games.  Some of the games will involve hitting targets while you embody a computer generated avatar body. Audio and video taping may occur while you participate, but that data will not be linked to your personal information, and the data will be destroyed after it has been coded and transcribed.  You may be identifiable in the videotapes.

Recruitment age range: 18-70 years old

Contact information for participant inquiries: (650) 714-1459

Key words:  VR, FND

Nitrous Oxide for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): A Phase IIa Trial

Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) PTSD Research Study

• Do you have symptoms of PTSD?
• Are you a Veteran with symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?
• Are you between the ages of 18 and 65?  

You may be eligible to participate in a study to understand nitrous oxide's effects in PTSD.

Recruitment age range:  18-65

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]  or 650-723-4095

Key words:  PTSD, veterans, VA

A Novel Neurofeedback Training Study for Children with ADHD

Our research group at Stanford Psychiatry is conducting a new study exploring changes in brain function in response to a novel neurofeedback training. We are looking for children ages 7-11 with a diagnosis of ADHD and/or experiencing attention problems who are interested to participate. Family will receive an honorarium of up to $300 for participation in addition to complimentary computerized cognitive training.

Recruitment age range: 7-11 years old

Contact information for participant inquiries: Hannah Fingerhut and Lauren Dacorro at [email protected] or 650-724-2939 for more information or to enroll, please visit: http://cbrain.stanford.edu/

Key words:  ADHD, neurofeedback

Cultural Considerations for Cue-Centered Therapy in Asian American Youth

The Early Life Stress and Resilience lab is recruiting participants for the qualitative  study “Cultural Considerations for Cue-Centered Therapy in Asian American Youth” under principal investigators Dr. Victor Carrion ( [email protected] ) and Dr. Ryan Matlow ( [email protected] ).

We are interested in examining the cultural adaptation to core concepts of trauma treatment for Asian/Asian American youth to enhance our Cue-Centered Therapy training program.

We invite you to participate in this study if you:

• Are a licensed therapist, counselor, and/or psychologist
• Provide trauma treatment to Asian American youth and families
• Provide trauma-informed care or trauma treatment to youth clients in general
• Are open to discuss your clinical treatment work with your Asian/Asian American clients.

Interested individuals are requested to reply to complete the brief questionnaire using the QR code in the flyer to the right. 

Eligible participants will be invited to complete a one-on-one interview via Zoom, which will last for 30-60 minutes. All responses will be deidentified before analysis. There is no compensation for this study.

We recognize the personal investment that this study requires and have the utmost gratitude for your time as we hope this study will inform the culturally appropriate clinical treatment of Asian American youth who have experienced stress, trauma, and adversity. If you have any questions about the research study, please send an email to   [email protected]

Thank you in advance for your time and consideration!

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]

Key words:  trauma, Asian, youth

Understanding social network impacts on 12th graders substance use in college vs. non-college samples

This study consists of participating in an individual, qualitative interview where we hope to learn more about your experience working with young adults during a transitional period and your perception on the impact peer networks have on substance use outcomes (such as taking drugs or drinking) and associated risky behaviors in this population. This work will provide the foundation for a brief intervention for young adults to reduce adverse outcomes.

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]

Key words:  substance use, life transitions, alcohol

Speaker-listener coupling and brain dynamics during naturalistic verbal communication in children with autism

We are currently recruiting both typically developing children and children with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) for our speech comprehension study. Participants will listen to stories in the MRI scanner and answer questions afterwards. Study involves neuropsychological and behavioral assessment sessions and MRI scanning session(s).

Recruitment age range:  9-12

Contact information for participant inquiries:   [email protected]

Key words:  autism, ASD, speech

Examining Mu Opioid Mechanisms of Ketamine's Rapid Effects in OCD (MKET2)

We are excited to inform you about a new research study to find out the effects of ketamine in the brain to reduce obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) symptoms. We are looking to partner with individuals with OCD and healthy adults who are at least 18-65 years old.

What we would need from you:

• Screening survey, MD evaluation—medical/psychiatric history, and a diagnostic interview
• Study consent discussion and symptom evaluation (virtual)
• Physical examination and laboratory tests (in-person at the Psychiatry building, Stanford)  

Individuals with OCD: After the study screening visit described above, individuals with OCD will be asked to complete the following:

• Ketamine administration, symptom evaluation, brain scan, OCD questionnaires, and computerized behavioral tests
• Symptom evaluation, brain scan, OCD questionnaires, and computerized behavioral tests
• Symptom evaluation and OCD questionnaires  

Healthy adults: After the study screening visit, healthy adults will complete a brain scan visit at Stanford as described below. This will be their final visit.

• Physical examination, brain scan, and computerized behavioral tests

    What you get for your time: All eligible participants with OCD, upon completion of the study, will receive up to a total of $450 as compensation toward time participating and as reimbursement toward any parking fees. This includes $150 for completing the infusion visit and $300 upon completion of two MRI scans ($150 for each MRI scan visit).     All eligible healthy adults, upon completion of the study, will receive up to a total of $150 as compensation toward time participating and as reimbursement toward any parking fees.

Recruitment age range:  18-65 years old

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]

Key words:  OCD, ketamine, MRI scan

Project Health

Do you have weight concerns? We would like to invite you to participate in a Stanford University research study, Project Health, to learn more about using lifestyle-coaching classes and educational videos to promote healthy lifestyles, for 17-21 year old young adults living in the Stanford area.

All participants can receive up to $150 for participating in three research assessment visits over 6 months. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two interventions (six weeks). The first in-person intervention involves attending 6 one-hour group lifestyle coaching sessions followed by 30 minutes of computer training tasks. The second in-person intervention involves watching a four-part documentary. All research visits and lifestyle classes will be held on Stanford University's campus.

How to Participate:

If you would like to participate, the first step is to learn more about the study and complete a brief survey here .

Recruitment age range:  17-21

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]

Key words:  health, wellbeing, fitness

Cultural Adaptations of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Chinese American Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum

The Stanford Neurodiversity Project research team is embarking on a new research project and is currently recruiting individuals to form a working group to develop culturally sensitive Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT) for Chinese autistic adolescents and young adults.

We are looking for:

• Autistic individuals between the ages of 13-25 with a Chinese cultural background.
• Family members of autistic individuals with a Chinese cultural background.
• Mental health providers with at least 3 years of experience working with Chinese American service users.
• CBT therapists interested in the cultural adaption of therapy with a minimum of 3 years of clinical practice of CBT after obtaining a license.  

If you fit into any of the roles mentioned above, you may be eligible to serve on a working group to contribute to the development of culturally adapted cognitive-behavioral therapy for autistic Chinese adolescents and young adults.

Working Group Details:

• Format: 20-people working group
• Location: Online, via Zoom
• Date: 10 meetings, March – August 2024
• Meeting Duration: 90 minutes with at least one 5-10 minutes break
• Payment: Each participant will receive an honorarium of $45 per meeting  

Contact Us: Thank you for considering this opportunity. If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to reach out. Study Website   Email: [email protected] Tel: 650-498-0917

Recruitment age range:  13-25, and 18 and above

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]

Key words:  Autism, CBT, Cultural Adaptation

Project SARAH

Project SARAH ( https://uwprojectsarah.org/ ) is an online multi-site study based out of the University of Washington in Seattle. It involves 4 assessment visits and 6-12 therapy sessions over a period of 6 months, all via HIPAA compliant Zoom calls. We are recruiting individuals who have experienced a sexual assault in the past year, use alcohol, identify as female, live in Washington or California, and are between the ages of 18 and 65. These assessments and therapy sessions are free of charge, and you would be compensated with up to $277 in Amazon gift cards.

Prior to scheduling individuals for an intake appointment, we conduct a brief pre-screening assessment over the phone to make sure we think the study and therapy would be a good fit for you. If you think you want to participate, please give us a call at 206-685-3617 or you can fill out an interest form on our website:  https://uwprojectsarah.org/contact/ .

Recruitment age range and gender details:  18-65 years old, female-identifying

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]

Key words:  PTSD, alcohol, sexual assault

Personalized Engine for Speed of Information Processing: RCT (CogT RCT pSOPT Study)

Have you noticed any decline in your memory of thinking abilities? You may be eligible to participate in a study on personalized computer-based training programs and biofeedback! . The personalized program tailors the difficulty of the training tasks using your biofeedback (i.e., heart rate) and cognitive performance, so that you can perform at your ideal training capacity.

Participation in this study will last for approximately 5 months. Study procedures will involve:

• A ‘baseline assessment’ at the beginning of the study in which you will be asked to answer questions about your life and also complete cognitive assessment measures. You will also be asked to complete an MRI brain scan and a blood draw at the beginning of the study.
• Then, you will begin a 6-week computer-based cognitive training program with biofeedback (up to three 1-hour sessions per week for a total of 6 weeks).
• After 6 weeks we will ask you to repeat the assessment measures and MRI brain scan.
• 3 months after you complete your cognitive training, we will ask you to return for a final assessment and MRI Brain scan.
• You will receive up to $470 for completion of this study. You will also receive a CogT Lab T-Shirt for your participation.  

Recruitment age range:  60-89 Years Old

Contact information for participant inquiries:   [email protected]

Key words:  memory, aging, cognition

The Building Empowerment and Resilience Therapeutic Program for Women With a History of Trauma

The BEAR Therapeutic group includes psychoeducation, psychological skills, and physical empowerment (self-defense) training. The group will run for 12-weeks, for 1.5 hours once per week. The psychological skills portion of the class will cover topics such as assertiveness, communication skills, and boundary setting. In addition, we will cover basic self-defense techniques one can use to protect themselves if the need arises. This project is focusing on women who have been victims of interpersonal violence (e.g., physical, emotional, or sexual abuse/assault).

Recruitment age range and gender:  18-70 years old, female

Contact information for participant inquiries:   [email protected]

Key words:  trauma, depression, PTSD

The BIomarker Guided (BIG) study for depression

Having Trouble with Depression Affecting your Focus? Learn about your brain & receive treatment

• Experiencing depression alongside poor focus, difficulty concentrating and/or difficulty completing tasks
• Aged 18-65 years old
• Not currently on psychiatric medication or willing to discontinue your treatment under the supervision of your physician  

You’ll complete:

• MRI brain scan
• 10 weeks of an oral targeted medication
• Questionnaires, computer games, saliva sample, and hair sample  

You’ll receive:

• Up to $547 over 10 weeks
• Access to treatment
• Support and information  

Fill out an online screening form or give us a call:  https://redcap.link/stanfordbig1

Contact information for participant inquiries:   https://redcap.link/stanfordbig1

Key words:  depression, cognitive problems

Target Engagement of a Novel Dissonance-Based Treatment for DSM-5 Eating Disorders R33 Phase

Stanford University’s Eating Behavior Treatment study is currently recruiting Bay Area women age 18-34 to participate in one of two programs designed to improve functioning and reduce eating problems.

If you have serious body image and eating concerns, we would like to talk to you more about the study and this great opportunity. Participants will receive compensation for their time. If you are eligible and decide to participate as a research participant, you can receive up to $305 over the span of the nine month study.

For more detailed information please email us at [email protected] or visit our website .

Recruitment age range and gender:  18-34 years old, female

Contact information for participant inquiries:   [email protected]

Key words:  eating disorders, treatment, body-project

Compounded Neuronal Damage in Comorbid Cigarette Smoking and Addiction

Researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine and Palo Alto VA are seeking participants for studies investigating the effects of heavy drinking and cigarette smoking on the brain and cognitive functions. The study involves an MRI scan, questionnaires about psychological and psychiatric functioning, and cognitive tests (e.g., attention/concentration, learning and memory, problem-solving) and can usually be completed in 7-8 hours. Monetary compensation $40/hour and flexible scheduling is available.

We are recruiting individuals with the following characteristics:

• Currently consume a heavy amount of alcohol and currently smoke cigarettes
• Currently consume a heavy amount of alcohol and smoked cigarettes in the past 
• Currently consume a heavy amount of alcohol, but never smoked cigarettes
• Currently smoke cigarettes, but never consistently consumed a heavy amount of alcohol
• Smoked cigarettes in the past, but never consistently consumed a heavy amount of alcohol
• Never smoked cigarettes or consistently consumed a heavy amount of alcohol  

You may not participate if you:

• Were ever in treatment of a psychiatric disorder (e.g., major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, PTSD) or
• Were ever in treatment for alcohol or substance use problem or are currently using cocaine, methamphetamines, opioids (e.g., oxycodone, Vicodin) or other non-prescription medications.  

Please call 650-725-1716 for further study information. For questions regarding Participant's rights, contact 1-866-680-2906. Thank you!

Contact information for participant inquiries:  650-725-1716

Key words:  MRI, Smoking, Alcohol

Targeting the neurobiology of restricted and repetitive behaviors in children with autism using N-acetylcysteine: Randomized Controlled Trial

We are recruiting children with autism spectrum disorder to participate in a research study at Stanford University. Our goal is to examine the effects of N-acetyl cysteine, an over-the-counter dietary supplement, on the brain circuits that underlie some restricted and repetitive behaviors.     Eligibility: Children with autism spectrum disorder who

• are aged between 3 and 12 years old
• exhibit restricted and repetitive behaviors
• will drink N-acetyl cysteine dissolved in water
• will undergo brain scanning with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
• will undergo brain scanning with electroencephalography (EEG)  

What is involved in the study: The study will take place at Stanford University over 12-to-16-week period. Our safety protocols have been updated for COVID-19 and many research activities will be completed remotely using Zoom and virtual surveys. Your child must be willing to

• complete cognitive and behavioral assessments (such as IQ testing)
• be able to either sleep (young children) or lie still in the scanner during an MRI
• tolerate wearing an EEG cap
• drink N-acetyl cysteine dissolved in water for a total of 12-week period  

Recruitment age range:  3-12 years old

Contact information for participant inquiries:   [email protected]

Key words:  autism, developmental disorders

INDICAS Study: Recruiting Healthy Adults

We are looking for healthy controls to participate in a new sleep study investigating the relationship between sleep, negative affect, and withdrawal from substance use disorders. We are looking for healthy adults aged 25-65 to participate in our study. Eligible participants will receive reimbursements for their participation. To learn more, please fill out the interest form at redcap.link/indicasstudy .

Recruitment age range and gender:  25-65 years

Contact information for participant inquiries:   [email protected]

Key words:  healthy controls, sleep, substance use

Fluoxetine/Dextromethorphan in Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders: an Open-Label Crossover Pilot Study

Do you worry: About getting sick, hurting someone, thinking bad thoughts, or not doing things right? About your appearance? About your health?

• Are you 18-65 years old?
• Are you taking fluoxetine, or not taking medications?  

We are actively screening individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and the related disorders body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), illness anxiety disorder (IAD), and somatic symptom disorder (SSD) for our Flex Study (Fluoxetine/Dextromethorphan in Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders: an Open-Label Crossover Pilot Study).     Purpose: To understand whether dextromethorphan, an over-the-counter cough medicine, may bring about improvement in symptoms of OCD and other disorders characterized by recurrent intrusive thoughts when used together with fluoxetine.

Key words:  OCD, BDD, IAD

Impacts of Discrimination and Racism Experienced by Asian Medical Students, Residents, and Fellows Subsequent to Covid-19

Starting October 25, 2021, you are invited to participate in a research study on the prevalence and types of racism, discrimination, and xenophobia experienced by Asian medical trainees (medical students, residents, fellows) before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. The questionnaire will ask for demographic information, workplace environment, experiences of racism prior to and during the COVID-19 pandemic, the settings in which they occur, questions related to the impacts on stress levels, anxiety, mood, fears, safety, physical health, concern about the future, concern about experiencing harassment both at work and in personal lives, and concern about family and friends also experiencing harassment. The purpose of this research is aimed at improving Asian minority mental health, especially for medical trainees, who are already at higher risk of depression and burnout as physicians-in-training.

Contact information for participant inquiries:  DR. HUIQUIONG DENG, 650-498-7430 [email protected] & DR. AMY ALEXANDER, [email protected]

Key words:  COVID-19, anti-Asian discrimination, mental health

Treating Insomnia Related Emotion Brain Dysregulation (TIRED-Brain Study)

Sleep loss can negatively impact the brain networks that regulate emotion. Research suggests that insomnia contributes to depressive mood symptoms. The CoPsyN Sleep lab at Stanford University is conducting a study to investigate the degree to which the emotional regulation brain network is modified by the restoration of sleep.     Individuals who are between 25 and 60 years old, experiencing depression symptoms and trouble sleeping may be eligible for this study. Eligible participants will receive extensive sleep evaluation, individual treatment for insomnia, and reimbursement for participation. This study will require visits to Stanford University. To learn more please call (650) 721- 6089, email  [email protected] , or fill out the interest form .

Recruitment age range:  25 to 60

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]

Key words:  sleep, anxiety, depression

Immersive/2-D Emotion Regulation/Emotional Re-scripting Intervention for Emotion Eating within a Real-World Clinic Setting

This study aims to improve emotional regulation in adults who report emotional eating (e.g., eating in response to emotions rather than just physical hunger) with a history of an eating disorder (e.g., binge-eating disorder, bulimia nervosa, other specified feeding and eating disorder). This emotion regulation intervention uses immersive video experiences to help patients identify, experience, re-script, and better manage their emotions. The intervention consists of seven weekly sessions. As a participant you will have the choice of receiving the intervention or continuing the treatment you are already receiving (treatment as usual).

Contact information for participant inquiries:  [email protected]; 650-723-7885

Key words:  emotional eating, eating disorders, treatment

Opiate Suicide Study in Patients with Major Depression

We are doing this research study to find out if the opioid properties of Ketamine are responsible for its antidepressant effects. We are also looking to see if oral Buprenorphine will have an added benefit when taken for 4 weeks post infusion. If you are currently experiencing depression and have not responded to treatment with antidepressants or have an intolerance to these types of medicines, you may be eligible to participate in this study.

Under the close supervision and monitoring by the study clinicians, eligible subjects will receive a single infusion of ketamine 0.5mg/kg followed by oral buprenorphine or placebo for 4 weeks.

Recruitment age range:  18-70

Contact information for participant inquiries:  Jessica Hawkins/ [email protected]

Key words:  Major Depression/Treatment Resistant Depression

Autism Spectrum Disorder Math Elements Training

Do you have a child with high functioning autism? Participate in an exciting study to increase our understanding of math skill development and how the brain changes with math learning. We are currently seeking children with ASD who:

• Are right handed
• 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders
• Don't have braces  

We are also seeking typically developing children of the same ages!

Recruitment age range:  2nd to 4th graders

Contact information for participant inquiries:  Go to our website at braindevelopment.stanford.edu or email at [email protected] or call 650.736.0056

Key words:  autism, math, learning, cognition

Biomarkers of Social Impairments in Individuals with Hypothalamic-pituitary Disorders

The purpose of this research study is to investigate social functioning and biological markers, such as the neuropeptides oxytocin (OXT) and argininevasopressin (AVP), in individuals with hypothalamic-pituitary disorders and healthy control individuals between the ages of 6 to 55 years. Phenotypic and behavioral characterization will be conducted to identify social deficits, if present. An additional goal of this investigation is to test the relationship between blood-, saliva-, urine-, and CSF-based biological measurements (e.g., neuropeptide levels and neuropeptide receptor gene expression), and social functioning in individuals with hypothalamic-pituitary disorders.

Recruitment age range:  6-65 years

Contact information for participant inquiries:  (650) 498-5187

Key words:  hypothalamic-pituitary disorders, social functioning, healthy controls

BGAP Study: Brains, Genes, And Puberty

We are looking for boys ages 8-13, who either have confirmed Klinefelter syndrome (47, XXY) or are typically developing to participate in a study exploring how puberty affects brain and behavioral development in adolescent boys, and how standardized treatments influence the brain and behavior in boys with Klinefelter syndrome.     Participation involves:

• 2 full day visits each year for 4 years
• Comprehensive physical, cognitive, and behavioral evaluations
• MRI brain scan (MRIs are safe and non-invasive. Your child will not be exposed to any x-rays or any harmful radiation)

Potential Benefits include:

• Discussion and written report of results from cognitive and behavioral evaluation
• Early access to study outcomes
• Flight/hotel/ground transportation costs and food covered for the participating child and one caregiver or parent
• Families will receive an honorarium of up to $100 for their participation (plus prizes and a picture of your child's brain)

Recruitment age range: 8-13 years old

Recruitment gender: Male

Contact information for participant inquiries:   (650) 497-6525 / [email protected]

Key words:  puberty, neurodevelopment, Klinefelter syndrome

Puberty and Neurodevelopment in Adolescents (PANDA) Study

Researchers at Stanford University are looking for pre-teens ages 10-14 of all gender expressions to participate in a study exploring how hormones affect the development of different parts of the brain during puberty. This is a longitudinal study that requires 3 visits across 5 years.     Each visit will include:

• A comprehensive physical, cognitive, and behavioral evaluations
• Brain imaging with Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) (safe, non-invasive, no x-rays/radiation)
•  Blood Test (including genetic analysis)

Potential benefits for participating:

• All participants will receive written reports from evaluations
• Priority access to the results of the study via a study newsletter
• Up to $130 honorarium for each year of participation

Recruitment age range: 10-14 years old

Contact information for participant inquiries:   (650) 498-2115 / [email protected]

Key words: Puberty, Adolescents, Brain Development

Longitudinal Brain Imaging Studies of Cognitive Function

Brain Imaging Research Cognition in children! We are looking for children to participate in our various research Studies: Ages 5-14, right-handed, and do not have non-removable metal in their body or or mouth. Participation may include: Multiple visits, Clinical & Neuropsychological Assessments, Tutoring & take-home tablet games (provided), MRI scans where children play games while pictures of their brain are taken (Safe, noninvasive, no x-rays or harmful radiation.)

Recruitment age range:  varies between 5-15 depending on the study

Contact information for participant inquiries: Please visit  braindevelopment.stanford.edu   or email  [email protected]   or call  650.736.3699

Key words: autism, adhd, cognition

This study is an NIH-funded research project aimed to increase our understanding of the brain during a critical time of girls' growth. Information learned from this research can ultimately contribute to an increased understanding of learning, behavior, and emotion facilitating the development of intervention services/therapies.

Recruitment age range: females between the ages of 6-14 years

Contact information for participant inquiries:   [email protected]

Key words: learning and behavior challenges, developmental disability, girls

Improving Cognition via Exercise (ICE) in Schizophrenia

Participants needed for a research study on the influence of exercise on cognitive functioning in individuals with schizophrenia.

Recruitment age range: 18-55

Contact information for participant inquiries: Lauren Chang at (650) 498-8459   OR   Daniel Virtheim at (650) 353-7030

Key words: Schizophrenia, exercise, cognition

Accelerated Theta Burst in Treatment-Resistant Depression: A Biomarker Study

This study is looking for participants that have depression with a history of being unresponsive to at least one medication, that might respond to this new treatment. This study provides a new way of using transcranial magnetic stimulation to treat depression and is called theta burst stimulation . It involves using a shorter period of stimulation for each treatment, which might benefit patients.  If you have been diagnosed with treatment-resistant depression and are interested in participating, please fill out our survey to see if you qualify. This is a multi-step screening process.

Contact information for participant inquiries:   [email protected]

Key words:  depression, TMS

A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo Controlled, Two Arm Multi-Center Study to Assess the Efficacy and Safety of a Once Nightly Formulation of Sodium Oxybate for Extended-Release Oral Suspension (FT218) for the Treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness and Cataplexy in Subjects With Narcolepsy

This is a single nightly formulation drug, FT218, for the treatment of Excessive Daytime Sleepiness and Cataplexy in subjects with Narcolepsy. Participants must have documented evidence of Narcolepsy Type-1 or Type-2, and no prior use of Xyrem.

Recruitment age range: 16+

Contact information for participant inquiries:   Polina Davidenko (650) 721-7552

Key words:  Narcolepsy, Cataplexy

Impact of Affect Reactivity and Regulation on Breast Cancer Treatment Decisions

Women diagnosed with breast cancer face decisions about how to treat the affected breast as well as whether or not to remove the unaffected one. In our research study, we will be looking at the factors that may influence these treatment decisions. We would like to better understand what women think and feel as they are deciding on their cancer treatment.  Interested individuals can also leave their contact  information in a Stanford secure website by going to the following link: https://is.gd/StanfordTreatmentDecisionStudy

Recruitment age range: 18 and older

Recruitment gender: Female

Contact information for participant inquiries: (650) 723-5736  |  [email protected]

Key words:  breast cancer

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These volunteers are recruited to serve as controls for patient groups. They are often matched to patients on such characteristics as age, gender, or family relationship. They are then given the same test, procedure, or drug the patient group receives. Investigators learn about the disease process by comparing the patient group to the clinical research volunteers.

Why are healthy volunteers needed for clinical research?

There are many reasons. When developing a new technique such as a blood test or imaging device, we need clinical research volunteers to help define the limits of "normal." Healthy volunteers are often matched to patients so that certain characteristics such as age, gender, or family relationship, are similar. Healthy volunteers are given the same test, procedure, or drug that the patient group receives. Investigators learn about the disease process by comparing the patient group to the clinical research volunteers.

How can I volunteer?

One way to volunteer is to join the registry for the Clinical Research Volunteer Program. The program, created in 1995, is a resource that helps match potential research volunteers to clinical research studies at the NIH Clinical Center. To participate in the registry, we'll ask you to provide some basic information and give us permission to share that information with the research teams. If you are a potential match to a study's requirements, the study team will contact you.

How do I enroll myself or my child?

You can contact us at 301-496-4763. Parents or guardians must call to register anyone under 18 years of age.

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To find studies for healthy volunteers go to http://clinicalstudies.info.nih.gov/ and search for studies using the word healthy . When you select individual studies, carefully review the study overview and eligibility requirements. If you meet the eligibility requirements, call 1-800-411-1222 (TTY 1-866-411-1010). We can provide participation details on up to three studies a day.

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Choosing to participate in a clinical trial is an important personal decision. For more information and answers to frequently asked questions about participating in clinical research, visit http://www.cc.nih.gov/participate.shtml . Compensation may be provided.

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Currently, high school students and undergraduates who want to observe clinical operations and/or visit clinical areas must be a part of vetted and approved through established OHSU programs. See a list of approved programs.

CRISP (Clinical Research Investigative Studies Program)

The Clinical Research Investigative Studies Program (CRISP) exposes vetted pre-health students to the world of clinical research in emergency medicine through prospective ED research projects at the Marquam Hill campus. The CRISP program will give students considering potential health related careers hands on experience in the Emergency Department (ED) helping facilitate the completion of clinical research studies. The students will interact with both Emergency Department patients and research investigators. Since 2004, CRISP students have successfully screened, consented, and enrolled thousands of patients into multiples studies of varying complexity, including FDA drug and device trials, and cross-sectional and prospective survey studies.

Our CRISP students undergo hours of rigorous fundamental concepts of clinical research, confidentiality, consent and procedural skills, practice informed consent, continuous learning that provides ongoing research education including the CITI modules on Human Subjects Protection, GCPs, and HIPAA. Once trained, the CRISP student will use EPIC (the electronic health record system at OHSU) to proficiently screen all patients who come into the OHSU Emergency Department for each active study protocol.  If a patient is deemed eligible for the study, the CRISP student will inform the patient and/or the patient’s legal guardian (LAR) about the study, and proceed with the informed consent process if the patient is willing to participate.  Once the patient is consented, the CRISP students will move forward with enrollment procedures which can range clinical data abstractions, patient surveys, and/or work with the ED treatment team to collect necessary patient samples and imaging such as ECGs, blood, urine, or stool.

For more details, www.ohsu.edu/crisp  or view the CRISP information Flyer .

Commitment Requirements:

• Pre-health students, highly disciplined and motivated
• Able to commit to 2-four hour shifts (8 hours) per week for 12 weeks -then after 12 weeks able to commit to one-four hour (4 hour) shift per week – 1 year commitment
• Able to commit to 4h of mandatory office auditing shift

Eligibility :

• Pre-health students who can commit to the program for 1 year
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Pre-health students who are highly motivated and detailed-oriented

Interested ? Please email [email protected] to get on the list. We will be hosting information sessions Quarterly throughout the year. To apply, www.ohsu.edu/applycrisp

Novel Interventions in Children’s Healthcare (NICH)

The Novel Interventions in Children’s Healthcare (NICH) program serves youth with a range of complex medical conditions and psychosocial vulnerabilities (e.g., insufficient access to resources, mental health issues, involvement with foster care system). The NICH research team, under direction of Drs. David Wagner and Michael Harris, is evaluating the ability of NICH to meet the triple healthcare aim: improving health, improving care, and reducing medical costs. Currently we are looking for research volunteers to help with a new study assessing risk factors of poor health outcomes in youth with type 1 diabetes who would be most likely to benefit from the program. This is a great educational and training opportunity for those interested in pursuing graduate study in psychology, social work, public health, pediatrics, emergency medicine, and related fields.

• Primary Duties: Research volunteers will primarily assist with participant recruitment, scheduling and tracking completion of study tasks, and medical chart review. There is also opportunity for volunteers to contribute to scientific posters and complete their own independent research project in a lab-related topic.
• Eligibility:  Must be a college junior, senior, or post bac. Must be comfortable interacting with individuals with diverse backgrounds in the hospital and community. Previous experience with adolescents and families, as well as access to reliable transportation, a plus, but not required.  
• Commitment:  Requesting a minimum commitment of 10 hours/week for 9-months.
• Interested?   Please send Kristen Torres ( [email protected] ) and Dr. David Wagner, PhD ( [email protected] ) a letter of interest, a resume and/or vita, and the names and contacts of 2 individuals who can provide professional references.

For more information about NICH, go to: https://www.ohsu.edu/xd/health/child-development-and-rehabilitation-center/clinics-and-programs/cdrc-portland-programs/nich/

OHSU Innovation and Commercialization Internship

The OHSU Innovation and Commercialization internship program is an educational experience for individuals interested in technology transfer, business development, and/or patent law. Get real-world experience assisting with innovation development and the transition of technology from laboratory to market. Eligible interns can receive a monthly stipend and/or academic credit for program participation. Please note that this program is primarily remote/virtual, but interns in the Portland metro area may have the opportunity for to attend some in-person meetings.

• Commitment: An average of 8 to 10 hours per week for at least six months time. Intern performance will be assessed every three months. The program length may be extended for interns in good standing, per a formal review process.
• Eligibility: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in a life science, a physical science, and/or engineering; be pursuing or have received a graduate-level degree in science, medicine, engineering, business, or law; and have an interest in intellectual property, technology transfer, and/or business development as a career goal.
• Interested? Please see the OHSU Innovation and Commercialization Internship Website for application instructions. Contact Nicole Garrison ( [email protected] ) with questions.

Oregon POLST Registry

The Oregon POLST Registry is a secure electronic record of patient’s end-of-life treatment preferences (POLST- Portable orders for life-sustaining treatment). The Registry relies on the hard work of our generous volunteers to process communication with POLST patients via mailed registration confirmation. Registry confirmation packets include a letter confirming the registrant’s information, medical orders, and other printed materials. The Registry also sends out notifications when a registrant updates their POLST orders and notifications for POLST forms that are about to expire. Volunteers will gain experience handling PHI, diversify knowledge of HIPAA compliance in a non-clinical setting, and support emergency services. The Registry team is truly grateful for the time and energy that volunteers contribute to the Registry’s mission.

• Primary Duties : Preparation of registrant confirmation packets, update letters, and 10 year expiration letters. Volunteers will additionally verify that the content of the mail is being sent to the correct person.
• Commitment : Between 2-4 hours a week for a minimum of 3 months.
• Eligibility : Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. The hours are flexible but must be completed within The Registry’s business hours – Monday through Thursday 7:30 to 4:00 PM.
• Interested? Contact: [email protected] for more information.

Pediatric Nephrology Department Volunteer

The Pediatric Nephrology Department is actively involved with many ongoing national clinical trials including longitudinal observation studies, rare diseases, pharmacokinetics, and investigator initiated research.

• Primary Duties: Volunteers will assist research coordinators with study visits, data collection, data entry, and other scholarly activities with opportunities for networking and participation in publications. We are recruiting volunteers who are enthusiastic about research and would like to gain experience in working with pediatric clinical trials.
• Eligibility: Completion of bachelor degree in science field is preferred but will consider exceptionally qualified applicants. Pre-medical students are encouraged to apply. Must be detail oriented, organized, timely, and professional. Basic knowledge of computer application software preferred.
• Commitment: 6-16 hours per week for least 6 months.
• Interested? Please e-mail Kira Clark at [email protected] with a CV and cover letter.

Prenatal Environment And Child Health (PEACH) Study

The Prenatal Environment And Child Health (PEACH) Study, under the direction of Dr. Elinor Sullivan and Dr. Joel Nigg are looking for volunteers to aid in their study. The PEACH Study is a longitudinal research study that will follow mothers from the second trimester of pregnancy until the child is 5 years of age. The purpose of this study is to learn more about how prenatal factors, such as nutrition, influence infant and toddler behavior and risk of neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD. This study will determine which prenatal factors are the strongest predictors of alterations in infant and toddler behavior associated with neurodevelopmental disorders, and set the stage for new approaches to prevent or treat child mental health problems.  

• Primary Duties : Volunteers may assist the lab with recruitment, eligibility screening, participant visits, data collection and scoring, data entry, cleaning of physiological data, coding of video taped visits, transcription of audio files and other general laboratory and administrative duties in support of the study. Specific responsibilities wi ll depend on each volunteer’s interests and strengths.  
• Com mitment : A minimum of 4 -15 hours p er week for at least 1 year.
• Eligibility : Must be a junior, senior or post bac (or have exceptional qualifications). Coursework in nutrition, infant and early life development, neurophysiology, and infant and child behavior is preferred/ beneficial. Preferred minimum G PA of 3.0. Must have some availability during the workday with the possibility of working over weekends. Must have strong interpersonal skills, be detail oriented, organized, timely , and professional. Experience working with infants and young children is preferred but not required . Previous experience of behavioral coding if preferred but not required . Basic knowledge of computer application software (SPSS, Excel) is preferred.  
• Interested? Please send your CV, your availability (days/times that you are available to volunteer) to [email protected] . If you have any questions, please contact Jessica Tipsord at [email protected] .  

Pulmonary and Critical Care & Sleep Medicine (PRISM)

PRISM research team performs phase II-IV clinical trials in pulmonary clinics and hospital settings. We have multiple ongoing clinical trials in conditions like pulmonary artery hypertension, COPD, and acute respiratory distress syndrome. We accept highly disciplined volunteers to conduct chart reviews of study subjects/patients using electronic medical records (EPIC) and enter the information in a secure database and support research coordinators. Our offices are located on the 1st floor of Emma Jones Hall, Room 121. Shadowing opportunities will be offered to our volunteers after completion of 6 months of volunteering with PRISM.

• Primary Duties : Conduct chart reviews of study subjects/patients using electronic medical records (EPIC) and enter the information in a secure database and support research coordinators.
• Commitment : Volunteers are expected to be available at least two half days (8 hours) a week for a period of 12 months.
• Eligibility : Intended for pre-medical students interested in gaining research experience before applying to medical school. International medical graduates interested in gaining experience in phase 2 and phase 3 clinical trials in pulmonary critical care and sleep medicine may also apply.
• Interested ? Contact: [email protected] with your resume, and a statement of interest/goals for PRISM.

For more information, visit the Division ( https://www.ohsu.edu/school-of-medicine/pulmonary-critical-care-medicine ) and the study team ( https://www.prismtrials.com/ ) websites.

Transgender Health Research InitiatiVE (THRIVE)

Intermittent research volunteer opportunities available for motivated graduate students or advanced undergraduate students interested in conducting research with transgender and gender diverse youth and their families. Example research projects include retrospective medical chart review, measurement development (e.g., gender euphoria measure), and quality improvement related to transition from pediatric to adult healthcare. The position would be directly supervised by Danielle Moyer, PhD, assistant professor in the OHSU Department of Pediatrics and Division of Psychology.

• Must have excellent interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working in a professional and clinical environment
• Strong writing skills
• Preferably detail oriented and organized
• Familiarity with psychology, medicine, or public health
• Prior experience with youth and/or the transgender community is a plus
• Lived experience or strong allyship preferred
• Commitment: Availability for volunteering for specific projects is subject to change, and specific volunteer duties and required hours will depend on the specific project and current project status. An individualized research training experience will be established based on availability as well as volunteer’s interests and goals. Publication opportunities and/or opportunities to observe clinical care may also be available. Please note that onboarding for non-OHSU affiliated volunteers may take up to 2 months, and therefore may not be a good fit for those looking for short-term experiences. Those affiliated with OHSU may also need additional onboarding.
• Contact Information:  To inquire about current opportunities, please email Dr. Danielle Moyer at [email protected] with a brief statement of interest, availability to volunteer, and any current affiliation with OHSU. If an appropriate opportunity is available, you will be asked to provide your CV/resume and a professional/academic reference. Feel free to email for any qualifying questions or to learn more.

VirtuOHSU Simulation & Surgical Training Center Volunteer

Pre-health (pre-nursing, pre-med, pre-PA, pre-pharmacy, etc.) undergraduate or graduate student volunteers are needed to assist the VirtuOHSU Simulation & Surgical Training Center, team in OHSU Simulation. OHSU Simulation is the health care simulation program at OHSU responsible for training a variety of health care providers in controlled and simulated environment, outside of the clinical setting. There are 3 major simulation centers on the OHSU, Portland, campus: VirtuOHSU Simulation & Surgical Training Center and Multnomah Pavilion Simulation on Marquam Hill as well as the Mark Richardson I Simulation Center in CLSB. This volunteer work would be up on Marquam Hill. 

• Primary Duties:  Duties include assisting with lab events, facilitating set up and break down of training sessions, maintenance of simulation models, administrative duties, organization of supplies, and assisting with the outreach events for surgical simulation. Volunteers work closely with medical students, residents, faculty, and OHSU Simulation Staff to accomplish the mission of OHSU Simulation. 
• Volunteer Schedule:  Flexible, Monday-Friday with variable hours between 0800-1700. Estimated 4-6 hours per week, no less than 2 hours for a day. 
• High School Diploma or equivalent 
• Must be at least 21 years of age for VirtuOHSU Simulation & Surgical Training Center 
• Must be able to show current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student 
• Must demonstrate excellence in verbal and written, communication, professionalism, motivation, reliability, organization, time management, and customer-service focus 
• Candidate should be able to work independently and as part of a team, effectively multi-task, be attentive to detail, and possess an aptitude for problem-solving 
• Individual must be able to lift and move 30 pounds easily as needed 
• The volunteer will be willing to work within the same lab space as animal and cadaveric tissues occasionally 
• Professional interest in medicine, health care, simulation, life sciences, and/or medical research 
• Course work in pre-health, pre-medicine or life sciences 
• Professional interest surgery (specifically for VirtuOHSU)  
• Experience in event planning 
• Interested?  Please email Cover Letter, resume, include current GPA, references, and letter of recommendation to: VirtuOHSU Simulation Center: Elena An, Operations Director OHSU Simulation at [email protected]  

Additional Details 

• Parking access on Marquam Hill/OHSU campus is extremely limited. Please be prepared to walk, bike, or use public transit to and from OHSU 
• See more information at http://www.ohsu.edu/xd/education/simulation-at-ohsu/ 
• It is expected that all volunteers dress in business casual attire (collared shirt, no jeans or shorts, no tennis shoes) or clean, well fit scrubs and closed toed shoes.  

Please note: In compliance with Oregon law, OHSU’s COVID-19 Immunization and Education policy will go in effect Oct. 18, 2021. Visitors and volunteers who have an in-person assignment must be fully vaccinated (defined as having received both doses of an original two-dose COVID-19 vaccine, or one dose of an original single-dose COVID-19 vaccine, and at least 14 days have passed since the individual's final dose of COVID-19 vaccine) or adhere to any requirements set forth by OHSU's Occupational Health Clinic for unvaccinated individuals.

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The Behavioral Pharmacology Research Unit has a number of opportunities to participate in clinical studies as a research volunteer. Eligibility requirements vary depending on the study but are generally open to both men and women at least 18 years of age. These research projects are currently looking for people who are:

Healthy Volunteers Needed for Paid Cannabis Research Studies

Volunteers currently maintained on methadone needed for research study, volunteers with opioid use disorder needed for research study, do you smoke tobacco cigarettes regularly, struggling with addiction cocaine and heroin users needed for research study.

• Cigarette Smokers Needed for Study on Stress and Breathing in Smokers
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Oxytocin and Decision-Making Research Study

Quit smoking before bariatric surgery.

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Help Us Learn Why Drugs Affect People Differently

Healthy volunteers needed for research study at johns hopkins bayview.

Healthy volunteers are needed to take part in four Johns Hopkins research studies involving cannabis, one of which involves tobacco and cannabis. Principal investigator for all the studies is Ryan Vandrey, Ph.D. Brief descriptions of the studies, the amount of compensation, and contact phone numbers follow:

• People age 18–55 who are current tobacco users and have a history of occasionally using cannabis (marijuana). Participants will be paid up to $1,730 for study completion. Study involves smoking cannabis and also smoking a tobacco cigarette or vaping with an e-cigarette over seven experimental sessions. Call 410-550-0050 for more information. Protocol #: IRB00220975. 
• Volunteers age 18–55 who have a history of occasionally using cannabis (marijuana). Participants will be paid up to $3,230 for study completion. Study involves vaping substances found in cannabis (such as THC) in nine separate experimental sessions, each lasting about seven hours. There is also a separate screening visit lasting about three hours to determine eligibility. Call 410-550-0586 for more information. Protocol #: IRB00182689. 

Are you currently maintained on methadone? Are you interested in participating in a research study about a new medication to treat withdrawal? This clinical research study at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Campus involves two 3-day/2-night overnight visits during which you will not take your methadone dose. The goal of the study is to determine whether Cannabidiol (CBD) reduces opioid withdrawal. You must be maintained on methadone and be 18-55 years of age to participate. Participation requires two overnight stays - 3 days each (2 nights); Duration of the study is about 3 weeks; Compensation up to $1130 may be provided. Call (410) 989-1756. PI: Kelly Dunn, Ph.D. Protocol # IRB00232412

Are you physically dependent on opioids? Do you have symptoms when you try to stop using? This clinical research study at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Campus involves supervised opioid withdrawal in a residential setting. The goal of the study is to examine an FDA-cleared medical device that might lessen the symptoms of opioid withdrawal. You must have opioid use disorder and be 18 to 65 years old to participate. Participation requires an inpatient stay of 16-20 days. Duration of the study is about 3 weeks. Compensation up to and between $1230 and $1530 may be provided. Call (410) 989- 1756. PI: Eric Strain, M.D. Protocol # IRB00241133

Cigarettes smokers age 21-50 are needed for a paid research study that includes a screening visit, three study visits with a practice quit attempt, and brain imaging. Participants will be paid up to $645 for study completion. To learn more, visit  https://jhmi.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0wGrqvxIxt3Nl9H  or call 410-550-1102, Behavioral Pharmacology Research Unit, Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, Principal Investigator: Elise M. Weerts, PhD, Protocol #: IRB00173536

Are you physically dependent on opioids? Do you have symptoms when you try to stop using? This clinical research study at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Campus involves supervised opioid withdrawal in a residential setting. The goal of the study is to examine a sleep medication that might lessen the symptoms of opioid withdrawal. You must have opioid use disorder and be 18 or older to participate. Participation requires an inpatient stay of 11 days (10 nights) and 1 follow-up visit. Duration of the study is about 3 weeks. Compensation up to $1460 may be provided. Call 410-550-1206. PI: Andrew Huhn, Ph.D. Protocol #IRB00198426. Download flyer.

If you have a history of cocaine and heroin use you may qualify for a 30-week research study. You must be interested in methadone treatment, or already enrolled in methadone treatment to be eligible. You can earn up to $900 for study participation. Scheduling is flexible, screening is confidential, and you will be compensated for your time. For more information, please call 410-336-7762. Principal Investigator: Kelly Dunn, Ph.D. (Protocol # NA_00090062). Download flyer.

Cigarette Smokers Needed for Study on Stress and Breathing in Smokers

Attention healthy cigarette smokers. Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center (JHBMC) is currently recruiting adult cigarette smokers ages 18 to 65 for a research study. The 2-3 weeks study, requires 3 visits to JHBMC to evaluate the relationship between stress and breathing in smokers. Scheduling is flexible and you will be compensated for your time. If you are interested call us at 410-550-2799 or click the link below for details. Refer to study 1609. All calls are confidential. PI: Annie Umbricht, M.D. Study #: IRB00031600. Download flyer 

Cigarette Smokers Needed for Study on Smoking Behavior

You will be paid up to $2760 for completing the entire study. Healthy men and women who smoke cigarettes and are 18 years old or older are needed to participate in a research study at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. This is not a treatment study. The study tests factors that influence smoking behavior. Participation involves an initial phone screening and an in person 3 hour screening visit. If qualified, this study requires an additional 32 in person visits lasting approximately 4 hours each, and 4 in person visits lasting approximately 1.5 hours each. Morning, afternoon, and evening times are available for in person visits. For more information, please call (410) 550-1465. Principal Investigator: Matthew Johnson, Ph.D. (Protocol #: IRB007178). Download flyer

Healthy men and women 18 years of age and older are needed to participate in a research study at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. This is not a treatment study. The study tests whether oxytocin can influence decisions and other types of thinking. Participation involves an initial phone screening, and an initial in person screening visit. If qualified, 2 sessions each lasting roughly 3 hours will occur. You will be paid up to $250 for completing the entire study. For more information, please call (410) 550-1465. Principal Investigator: Matthew Johnson, Ph.D.  (Protocol #: IRB00133379) Download flyer

Are you a cigarette smoker who is scheduled to have  bariatric  surgery? Did you know that smoking before and after surgery significantly increases your chance for health complications from your surgery? Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Campus are conducting a 12-week research study to help you quit smoking. The study will provide access to FDA approved smoking cessation medication and counseling to help you stop smoking before your surgery and to stay quit even after surgery. The study requires once weekly visits for 12- weeks, and you can earn up to $950 for your time. All information is kept confidential. Please contact us for more information or to see if you may be eligible at 410-550-9497 or  click this link  to complete a brief survey and see whether you may be eligible!  Principal Investigator:  Kelly Dunn, Ph.D.  (Study Number: IRB00071969)

Cigarette Smokers Wanting to Quit

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is seeking cigarette smokers who would like to quit smoking for participation in a scientific research study. The study involves free counseling and treatment provided in a comfortable, supportive setting. Transdermal nicotine patches, an FDA approved smoking cessation treatment, may be provided in the study. Cognitive behavior therapy and ongoing interpersonal support will be provided in order to help volunteers quit smoking. Questionnaires, interviews, MRI scans, and biological measures of smoking will be used to assess the treatment’s effects on mood, and smoking. Volunteers must be right handed, must be between the ages of 21 and 65, and must live within travel distance of the Hopkins Bayview campus in Baltimore. If you would like to discuss the possibility of volunteering, please call 410–550–1972 and ask for Albert, the study’s research coordinator or go to http://www.quitsmokingbaltimore.org  . Confidentiality will be maintained for all applicants and participants. Principal Investigator: Matthew W. Johnson, Ph.D. , (Study Number: NA_00016166) Download Flyer

Researchers at Johns Hopkins are conducting a study to learn more about why medications may affect people differently. Healthy men and women between 21 and 50 years of age who are willing to live at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center for five days may be eligible, and will be compensated up to $750 for their time. Call 410-550-9799 for more information and to learn whether you may be eligible. See if you qualify here  https://tinyurl.com/1403-SeekingHealthyVolunteers ​.  Principal Investigator: Kelly Dunn, Ph.D . (Study Number: NA_00047423) Download Flyer

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine researchers are seeking healthy volunteers ages 18-65 to participate in a research study of the effects of commonly used medications on mood and medication preference. This study requires brief visits to our Bayview campus on weekdays. Participants may earn up to $2000. To learn more or see if you may be eligible, please email [email protected] or call (410) 550-1927. See if you qualify here.    Principal Investigator:  Roland R. Griffiths, Ph.D.  Protocol: IRB00165287.  Download flyer.

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Be a part of our highly regarded team who transport, greet and welcome visitors and patients to UW Medical Center. Our patient escort volunteers are stationed in the dispatch area and work directly with resource team and patient transport staff to assist with the following tasks: Level Green wheelchair transport, specimen deliveries, wheelchair rounding, patient discharges, delivering patient flowers and mail, and creating a warm and welcoming environment for our patients and visitors.

Volunteers receive training on safe wheelchair handling and patient transport, customer service and patient confidentiality. The escort role provides volunteers with an opportunity to work directly with patients while also experiencing the hospital environment in a leading regional and metropolitan acute care facility. In these roles, volunteers become familiar with the diversity of care and services provided at the hospital while experiencing the highest level of patient contact of any volunteer position offered at UW Medical Center. This role provides excellent baseline training to prepare volunteers for other patient care volunteer opportunities.

Retired Adult Volunteers

Please contact Volunteer Services at  [email protected]  to inquire about upcoming opportunities.

Summer Teen Program

The 2024 UWMC Summer Teen Program applications are now CLOSED. For the 2025 program, please check back here in early spring next year. Thank you. 

Getting started

Thank you for your interest in the UWMC Volunteer Program at Montlake. Applications are temporarily closed until further notice. Please check back in the Fall for availability. Thank you for your patience.

Questions? Please email the Volunteer Services team at [email protected]

Contact information

If you have further questions about the UWMC Volunteer Programs at Our Montlake and Northwest campuses, please email us at  [email protected]  and a Volunteer Services team member will respond to you. Thank you.

Eligibility and time commitment

Adult/College Program: All applicants must be 18 or over and a high school graduate.  All eligible volunteers must complete an application, attend an interview, be screened by Employee Health and comply with all required immunizations, and complete all required training, both written and practical.   Volunteers are required to make a minimum commitment of four hours per week for three months.

Summer Teen Program: This is a summer only program that provides exposure to healthcare careers and service for our community high school students.

Please note: Our volunteer program does not accommodate job shadowing, internships, court ordered service, or job training programs.​ In addition, our program is not intended for those with medical training above a CNA.

Current Volunteers

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Frequently asked questions

Discover the answers to common questions asked about volunteering at UW Medical Center.

Volunteering at Harborview Medical Center

The care and dedication of our volunteers has a great impact on our diverse group of patients, families and staff. Volunteers at Harborview Medical Center have the chance to:

• Gain experience in a hospital setting, working side by side with leading healthcare professionals
• Observe patient care in a high-volume medical center
• Gain satisfaction from helping others
• Build meaningful relationships
• Give back to the community

As an academic medical center, Harborview promotes a culture of education. If you are considering a career in healthcare, volunteering at Harborview is one of the best experiences you can have.

Harborview volunteers are an essential part of the Harborview community.   Volunteer placement is dependent on the applicant's work history and volunteer experience, as well as the needs of the hospital. Applicants with no prior work or volunteering experience in a healthcare setting will usually be required to complete a 3-month term of 50 hours of service at our Information Desk. Opportunities are variable but generally are available between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. Please refer to our Opportunity Directory for a list of commonly available departments. Please keep in mind that we will place volunteers based primarily on the needs of the hospital and that we cannot guarantee any applicant a position in a certain department. Typical volunteer duties include:

• Restocking supplies in inpatient units
• Providing non-medical comfort to patients
• Preparing rooms for new patients
• Providing administrative support in medical offices
• Reading to patients
• Changing bed linens
• Answering patient calls
• Socializing with patients, speaking with patients in another language
• Escorting non-critical patients to clinic appointments
• Directing patients' families and friends to hospital units, clinics, or other destinations
• Distributing books, magazines and activities to patient rooms and waiting areas

Thank you for your interest in the Harborview Medical Center Volunteer Program. Please complete the Volunteer Interest Form ( https://forms.office.com/r/k8TJT9741t ) and we will follow up with you soon.

Questions? Please email the Volunteer Services team at [email protected] .

Volunteer Services Harborview Medical Center 325 Ninth Ave Seattle, WA 98104  Box 359788

Email: [email protected] Phone: 206.744.3547

Program applicants must be at least 16 years old to volunteer at the Information Desk and 18 or older for inpatient units and in clinical areas.

The commitment for our program is four hours per week for at least six months. Volunteers may continue beyond six months, if they maintain at least 4 hours per week of service.

Discover the answers to commonly asked questions about volunteering at Harborview.

University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest Campus

Have you ever had to wait while a loved one has surgery? Then you know how comforting it is to have a volunteer keep you company in the waiting room. Have you ever gotten lost on your way to treatment or another area of the hospital? Then you know what a relief it is to see the friendly face of a volunteer who took the time to take you where you were going. Have you ever been hospitalized? Then you know how uplifting it is when a volunteer comes by with magazines, flowers or just a hello. 

Every day, everywhere in the hospital, volunteers add to the caring environment at University Medical Center - Northwest, helping patients and their families at a stressful and sometimes frightening time in their lives. By volunteering your time, you help give back to your community and make University Medical Center - Northwest a friendlier, more welcoming place to everyone who steps foot on our campus.

More than 150 active volunteers of all ages perform a wide variety of tasks at the hospital. For example, volunteers work in the hospital’s gift shop, bring the library cart to patients’ rooms, escort discharged patients and provide information and comfort to families of inpatients and those undergoing surgery. In fact, volunteers can be found in departments throughout the hospital.

While most volunteers work during the weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., some volunteers choose to work evenings and weekends.

Thank you for your interest in the UWMC Volunteer Program at Northwest. Applications are temporarily closed until further notice. Please check back in the winter for availability. Thank you for your patience.

If you have any questions, please email  [email protected]  and a Volunteer Services team member will respond to you. Thank you for your patience and we look forward to working with you all again soon!

More information coming soon.

Volunteering at Valley Medical Center

Valley Medical Center volunteers are an integral part of its healthcare team and valuable contributors. Volunteer opportunities are available within different departments and roles throughout the organization.

Volunteer for medical research

By volunteering to participate in medical research, you help researchers learn more about specific medical conditions and the effectiveness of treatments. Studies usually focus on diagnosing, preventing, treating or improving symptoms of a disease, injury or condition. Both healthy volunteers and participants with specific health conditions are needed.

Requirements for volunteering in our hospitals

All UW Medicine volunteers are required to be immunized, screened for tuberculosis and pass a background check.  In addition, volunteers must maintain the highest level of patient confidentiality.

Health Screening

• All volunteers need to provide evidence of immunity against varicella (chickenpox), measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), and tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap).  This may be in the form of vaccinations or lab testing.
• Hepatitis B vaccination is not required for volunteers.
• Annual flu vaccination is required for all volunteers.
• TB skin testing is required at orientation and annually. Some volunteers may need two TB skin tests (an initial test and a repeat test) when first starting their volunteer orientation.
• Health screenings, flu vaccinations and TB skin testing are provided free of charge to volunteers. 

Background Check

• All volunteers are required to pass a Washington state criminal conviction history background check before volunteering. To complete the background check, potential volunteers must complete a criminal conviction history form at the time of obtaining their volunteer badge, along with submitting a photocopy of a government issued ID (driver’s license, state ID, passport).
• If you have any prior criminal convictions, please contact the appropriate volunteer services office at the time of application so we can discuss this with you, as it may or may not disqualify you depending on the type of conviction and how long ago it occurred.

Patient Confidentiality

Volunteers must comply with patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance standards. Training is provided during volunteer orientation. Volunteers who violate HIPAA guidelines will be subject to termination.

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40 Facts About Elektrostal

Written by Lanette Mayes

Modified & Updated: 21 May 2024

Reviewed by Jessica Corbett

Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy , materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes , offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

Elektrostal's fascinating history, vibrant culture, and promising future make it a city worth exploring. For more captivating facts about cities around the world, discover the unique characteristics that define each city . Uncover the hidden gems of Moscow Oblast through our in-depth look at Kolomna. Lastly, dive into the rich industrial heritage of Teesside, a thriving industrial center with its own story to tell.

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WGS 84 coordinate reference system is the latest revision of the World Geodetic System, which is used in mapping and navigation, including GPS satellite navigation system (the Global Positioning System).

Geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) define a position on the Earth’s surface. Coordinates are angular units. The canonical form of latitude and longitude representation uses degrees (°), minutes (′), and seconds (″). GPS systems widely use coordinates in degrees and decimal minutes, or in decimal degrees.

Latitude varies from −90° to 90°. The latitude of the Equator is 0°; the latitude of the South Pole is −90°; the latitude of the North Pole is 90°. Positive latitude values correspond to the geographic locations north of the Equator (abbrev. N). Negative latitude values correspond to the geographic locations south of the Equator (abbrev. S).

Longitude is counted from the prime meridian ( IERS Reference Meridian for WGS 84) and varies from −180° to 180°. Positive longitude values correspond to the geographic locations east of the prime meridian (abbrev. E). Negative longitude values correspond to the geographic locations west of the prime meridian (abbrev. W).

UTM or Universal Transverse Mercator coordinate system divides the Earth’s surface into 60 longitudinal zones. The coordinates of a location within each zone are defined as a planar coordinate pair related to the intersection of the equator and the zone’s central meridian, and measured in meters.

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