Participate in a Research Project
Contribute to our research by taking part in a study.
The following research studies are looking for people. To take part in a study, please contact the research team directly at the provided email address or phone number.
These projects would not be possible without the people who volunteer to take part in the research. Participants gain a useful understanding of how research takes place, and learn something interesting about the field, or themselves. Participation is open to the public.
We often send out emails to our subscription list when a research project is looking for people to take part. Sign up to be on the list.
A multidisciplinary team of researchers from Concordia’s engAGE Centre for Research on Aging invite participants to a study about the impact of online-learning (a digital photography course) and online socialization (via Zoom) on the wellbeing of older adults.
To be eligible to participate:
- age 65+
- access to home computers and internet
- access to a digital camera or smart phone
- able to read and understand English
If you are interested, and for more information, please email us at media.health@concordia.ca, or give us a call at 514-848-2424 ext. 5370.
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR STUDY EXAMINING SLEEP AND MEMORY (AGE 55-85 YEARS)
Researcher: Thanh Dang-Vu, MD, PhD
Do you consider yourself a GOOD SLEEPER?
Researchers at Concordia University are conducting a study to better understand the role of brain activity during sleep in the formation of new memories, among adults who identify as good sleepers.
Participation in this study will include:
- Monetary compensation for full study completion
- Three 12-hour overnight visits to our Concordia University (Loyola campus) sleep lab, in a private bedroom, with non-invasive measures of brain activity during sleep
- Completion of memory tests before and after sleep on the 2nd and 3rd overnight recording visits
To be considered for this study, we are seeking participants who meet the following criteria:
1. Between 55 and 85 years old
2. No sleep medication
3. No diagnosed sleep disorders, chronic illness or mental health disorder
4. No regular night-shift work or recent travel across several time-zones
5. No excessive alcohol or substance use (including cannabis)
6. Must be a fluent/native speaker of French and/or English
If you are interested in participating or learning more about our study, please contact us by email, or consult our website:
Coping with COVID-19 Stress Through Screens:
Two Years later
In April 2020, we launched a brief survey (<5 min) to find out what media technologies would have been helpful for coping with COVID-19 stress. We invite you to please take this survey (again) to help us learn what has changed in two years.
Take the survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/MediaCovid19
For more information about our research, please visit media-health.ca, or by email to media.health@concordia.ca.
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY
Online study on lifestyle habit changes related to
the COVID-19 pandemic
We are looking for couples who are trying to improve their diet
and/or physical activity
EARN UP TO $100 FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION
Information:
(514) 848-2424 EXT. 2284 / concordia.couple@gmail.com
FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AGED 5 to 11 NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON EATING BEHAVIOURS
Help nutrition researchers learn more about how parents and children interact during family meals! We are looking for families with a child or children between the ages of five to eleven to film four of their family meals at home.
Participation in this study consists of:
At the PERFORM Centre:
- Fill out surveys on your and your child’s eating behaviours
- All members of your family being will be weighed and measured
At home:
- You will be lent a tablet and asked to film four family meals at home with all members of your family
To participate in this study, you must:
- Be a member of a family with a child or children between the ages of 5 and 11 (all members of the family must be present during the filmed study meals), with no children outside of that age range.
- Speak English
- Access to wifi at home
- Other eligibility criteria will apply
PI: Dr. Tamara Cohen
If you are interested in this study or need more information please provide your phone number to: perform.family.meal@gmail.com
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A RESEARCH STUDY ON BRAIN ENERGY METABOLISM DURING EXERCISE

We’re looking for participants to take part in a research project to measure brain glucose (sugar) utilization and brain lactate concentrations under conditions of rest and exercise to better understand the mechanisms involved in energy metabolism in the brain during exercise!
You must be between 25 and 45 years old and:
- Exercise regularly (at least 3 times per week) at a moderate to high intensity
- Be free from metallic prosthesis (pacemaker or others), piercing, tattooing, metal fragments or any other kind of non-removable metallic object in your body
- Not be pregnant or breastfeeding
- Not be claustrophobic
- Have no history of neurological disorder
- Not be a smoker
- Proof of triple vaccination against SARS-CoV2
- Submitting to an antigenic (“quick”) test for the presence of SARS-CoV2 at each of the 2 visits you will make to PERFORM Centre
- Strict adherence to all current sanitary rules in force at Concordia University at the time of your participation
Your participation would consist of 2 sessions (within one month) including:
- Maximal exercise test (VO2max) and a high-intensity exercise session lasting 35 min
- Imaging brain activity using Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET)
- Obtaining several small blood sample through a catheter installed in a vein
- Obtaining several saliva samples using cotton wool balls placed in your mouth
A limited compensation for your time would be handed out if you are selected.
If you are interested in this study or need more information please contact: perform.project134@gmail.com
Ad approved on February 24, 2022 by the Comité central d’éthique de la recherche du ministre de la Santé et des Services sociaux.
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A
CHRONIC LOWER BACK PAIN STUDY
We are conducting a research project investigating how muscle electrotherapy can improve chronic low back pain.
You can participate if you:
- Are between 18 and 60 years old
- Have lower back pain for at least 3 months
- Not diagnosed with a specific lumbar pathology, neurological disorders or chronic illness
- Did not received physical therapy in the past month
- Not currently taking prescription muscle relaxants
- Body Mass Index (BMI) ≤ 30
Participation in this research project involves:
- 2 electrotherapy sessions per week for 10 weeks
- Pain questionnaire evaluations
- Comprehensive ultrasound evaluations of your back muscle
- 2 MRI examinations of your spine
What’s in it for you?
- This research project may help decrease your low back pain and improve your ease of movement
- Contribute to research on the effect of electrotherapy for chronic low back pain
Please contact us if you are interested, if you are unsure about any of these criteria or for any other questions.
Daniel Wolfe, BSc, CAT(C)
514-805-7266
lbpstudy.concordia@gmail.com
Principal investigator: Dr. Maryse Fortin, PhD, CAT(C)
514-848-2424 ext. 8642
maryse.fortin@concordia.ca
Department of Health, Kinesiology & Applied Physiology, Concordia University
Annonce publicitaire approuvée le 31 mai 2021 par le Comité central d’éthique de la recherche du ministre de la Santé et des Services sociaux dans le cadre du projet CCER 20-21 – 07.
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A PILOT STUDY OF EXERCISE AND SLEEP ON MEMORY
Researcher: Thanh Dang-Vu, MD, PhD & Melodee Mograss, PhD
Are you an average (8-9hr/night) sleeper?
Participation in this study involves:
- Completion of cognitive tasks
- A brief high, intense exercise session
- Filling out a sleep diary
- Monetary compensation
We are seeking participants who meet the following criteria:
- Between 18 and 35 years old
- Not using medication that affects sleep
- No diagnosed sleep disorders, chronic illness or mental health disorder
- No regular night-shift work or recent travel across time-zones
- Moderate intensity exercise (3 times/ week or less)
If you are interested in this study, please send an e-mail to: ExSlpRestriction@gmail.com
Study Participants Wanted
The Darlington lab in the Department of Health, Kinesiology & Applied Physiology at Concordia University is seeking participants for the "HORMONAL REGULATION OF T CELL GENOMICS" study. The study consists of one 15 minute visit.
You will be asked to give a small amount of blood.
Refreshments will be provided.

Participants should:
- Be above the age of 18 years old
- Be comfortable with blood draws and needles
- Not be taking any prescriptions medications that affect blood pressure or immune function
- Have no chronic medical conditions (autoimmune disease, cancer, lung or heart disease)
- Have no vaccinations (including flu shots) within the past 2 weeks
If you or anyone you know fulfils these requirements please contact:
Phone: Mehri Hajiaghayi (438) 459-9884
email: hajiaghayi.mehri@gmail.com
Hearing and Walking Study:
Research Participants Wanted
Concordia researchers are conducting a study on cognitive, motor, sensory, and brain functioning in healthy adults in Montreal.
To get involved, you must be:
- Aged 45 - 60 OR 65-80
- A fluent English speaker and reader
- Have either normal hearing OR age-related hearing loss requiring a hearing aid (minimum of 6-months experience)
- Free of neurological, cardiovascular, orthopedic, and musculoskeletal conditions that affect mobility, concentration, or everyday functioning
- Able to come to Concordia University’s Loyola Campus in NDG for a total of four assessment sessions
If eligible, participants will have the opportunity to participate in a 3-month computerized in-home training program.
A compensatory indemnity will be given for your efforts. If interested, please contact the Li Lab for more details:
Are You Interested in a 4-Week Home-Based Brain Training Program?
Concordia researchers are conducting a study about the benefits of computerized brain training on older adults’ cognition and mobility

Who can participate?
- Adults aged 60+ years
- In good general health
- Fluent in English
- Must have access to the internet through computer or laptop
- Free of neurological, and musculoskeletal conditions that affect mobility or concentration
- Other eligibility criteria will apply
What is required?
- Two in-person cognitive, sensory and mobility assessments at PERFORM Centre, Loyola Campus
- 4 weeks of home-based brain training completed on your computer/laptop 3 days a week (12 minutes/day)
Compensation?
- In appreciation for your time, a compensatory indemnity will be given
Interested?
For more information about the iTrain my Brain study or to sign up, please contact: Berkley Petersen at
Phone: 514-848-2424 ext. 2247
Email: karenlilab@gmail.com
A discussion on the benefits of exercise and cognitive training for persons with mild cognitive impairment and hearing loss
Research participants wanted to help inform our communication strategies with the general public

Concordia researchers have conducted a study on how hearing loss, sex, and gender impact the effectiveness of cognitive and physical training on cognition and mobility in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.
They now want to share their results with YOU, and get your feedback on whether the information was communicated in an effective and understandable manner.
To get involved, you must be:
- Aged 40 or older
- A fluent English speaker and reader
- Have access to a computer in order to join the virtual meeting (Zoom)
- Be available to attend the virtual meeting for two-hours
A compensatory indemnity of $50 will be given for your efforts. If interested, please contact the Li Lab for more details:
We are looking for older couples who wants to have a healthy lifestyle despite COVID-19
This study aims to compare two different methods of online interventions to change eating and physical activity habits
What’s Involved? You and your partner will participate in 10 sessions over a 4 month period.
All sessions will occur online.
You can participate if both your partner and you are:
- Overweight
- Between the ages of 50 - 75 years and in good health
- Are able to do physical activity
- Not following a medically prescribed diet
Contact us today:
(514) 848 2424 EXT. 2206
couples.concordia@gmail.com
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8-12 Year Old Volunteers Needed for Research Study on the Evaluation of Children’s Movement Skills
WOULD YOU LIKE to have information about your children’s movement skills?
We need your help! We are looking for 8-12-year-old children to evaluate the validity of the Children Focused Injury Risk Screening Tool (ChildFIRST).
The ChildFIRST consists of 10 movement skills that are important for physical literacy and injury prevention programs.
You and your children will be asked to:
- Come to PERFORM Centre at Concordia University.
Your children will be asked to:
- Perform the 10 movement skills.

The ChildFIRST
- Running
- Leaping
- Single-Leg Hop
- Horizontal Jump
- Vertical Jump
- Bodyweight Squat
- Walking Lunge
- 90-Degree Hop and Hold
- 2-1 Foot Hop and Hold
- Sideways Hop and Hold
We will use a 3-Dimensional motion analysis system to record and evaluate your children’s movement competency and potential injury risk.
Contact for more information:
(514)-848-2424 ext. 3329
j_imen@live.concordia.ca
Participate in a Research Study
To assist us with the development of a clinical tool for studying the early onset and progression of neurodegenerative diseases such Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and stroke recovery in order to assist in the development of treatments for these diseases.
What’s involved? This study uses radiation dosimetry (measuring a radiation dose which is absorbed by the body), where you would have a whole-body PET (Positron Emission Tomography) scan and combined CT (computed tomography) scan.
Who can participate? Healthy people between 18 and 60 years old. Women must not be pregnant or breastfeeding.
Where will the study take place? The screening visit will take via telemedicine (video-conferencing zoom while the scanning portion will take place at the PERFORM Centre, Concordia University, Loyola Campus.
How long will it take? The screening visit should take approximately 1 hour and the scanning portion will take approximately 9 hours.
Compensation will be given for your participation.
If interested, please contact Dr. Alexander Thiel’s Lab for more details:
514-340-8222 extension 22094 | sshapiro@jgh.mcgill.ca
RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS WANTED
For a Study at the Concordia University PERFORM Centre
Volunteers are needed to participate in a study involving imaging brain activity using brain imaging techniques such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Electroencephalography, functional Near-InfraRed Spectroscopy.
Healthy volunteers must be between 18 to 45 years old and have no medical, traumatic, or psychiatric conditions, no metal in the body.
Please contact the investigator to verify that you qualify to participate in the study. You will be compensated for your time and inconveniences.
For more information, send an email with "EEG-NIRS WORKLOAD STUDY" in the subject field at: workloadNIRS@gmail.com; or call 514-848-2424, ext 3393.
(Name of Concordia Principal Investigator: Christophe Grova)
Research Participants Wanted
WALKING AND RYTHM STUDY
Concordia University researchers are conducting a study on physical and cognitive fitness in Montreal seniors.
To get involved you must be:
- Aged 50 – 60 years old (or) 60 – 85 years old.
- A fluent English speaker and reader
- Able to walk without assistive devices (walker, cane, etc.)
- Free of neurological, cardiovascular, orthopedic, and musculoskeletal conditions that affect mobility, concentration, or your ability to complete simple physical tasks (e.g. walking a short flight of stairs)
- Free of diagnosed hearing and visual impairment
- Able to come to Concordia University’s Loyola Campus in NDG for two separate test sessions
If you meet these requirements, please contact us for more details. A compensatory indemnity will be given for your efforts.
Karen Li, PhD, Professor, Psychology, Concordia University
Contact: 514-848-2424 ext. 2247 karenlilab@gmail.com
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AN INSOMNIA TREATMENT STUDY
Do you suffer from insomnia?
Concordia University Researchers are conducting a study evaluating the impact of a non-pharmacological treatment for insomnia on health.
Individuals suffering from insomnia at least 3 times per week for at least 3 months are eligible.
Participation in this study will include:
- A free individual therapy program comprising 8 sessions over 3 months
- Three overnight sleep recordings in our sleep lab
- Two MRI sessions at the PERFORM Centre
- Completion of cognitive tests after sleep
We are seeking adult participants who meet the following criteria:
- Between 25 and 65 years old
- Not using medication that affects sleep
- No diagnosed sleep disorders (e.g., sleep apnea)
- Absence of chronic illness, neurological disorder, or mental health disorder
- No history of brain hemorrhage, brain tumour, or brain surgery
- No regular night-shift work or recent travel across several time-zones
- No regular alcohol or substance use
- No contraindication to MRI
If you are interested in this study, please call us:
(514) 848-2424, ext. 2284
or send an e-mail to: insomnia.concordia@gmail.com
Researchers: Thanh Dang-Vu, MD, PhD & Jean-Philippe Gouin, PhD
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A CHRONIC LOWER BACK PAIN STUDY
Researchers at Concordia University are looking for participants with chronic lower back pain to take part in a 12-week exercise intervention research study. This project will evaluate the effects of two different exercise programs on the spine musculature, pain, and level of disability.
To participate in this study, you must:
- Be between 18 and 60 years old
- Have had lower back pain for at least 3 months
- Currently seeking care for lower back pain
- Speak English or French
- Be able to participate in an exercise program
- Not currently engaged in sports or fitness training for your back muscles
- Have no previous spinal surgery or fractures
- Have no spinal deformities (e.g. scoliosis)
- Have no history of neurological disorders or neurological involvement
- Not be pregnant or breastfeeding
- Not be claustrophobic
Your participation would consist of:
- 2 supervised exercise sessions per week for 12 weeks
- 3 MRI examinations of your spine
- 3 ultrasound examinations of your spine
- 3 muscle strength tests of your back musculature
*All tests/evaluations included in this study are free of charge and all activities will take place at the PERFORM Centre.
If you are interested in this study or need more information please contact: maryse.fortin@concordia.ca
Annonce publicitaire approuvée le 5 juin 2020 par le Comité central d’éthique de la recherche du ministre de la Santé et des Services sociaux dans le cadre du projet CCER 19-20 – 09.
Be part of an Exciting New Research Study about Virtual Group Drama Therapy for Depression
If you are between the ages of 18 – 60 and you have a documented depression diagnosis, you are eligible to take part in a study that uses drama therapy for treatment.
- 10 weekly group therapy sessions will be facilitated by a registered drama therapist. This will take place virtually, on Zoom or another similar platform.
- Participants will be asked to fill out a depression survey (21 questions), have saliva samples taken, have 2 brain scans done (fMRI), and fill out an open-ended questionnaire about their experience.
- All participation is voluntary and withdrawal may happen at any time.
Participants will further scientific inquiry of the creative arts therapies.
Individuals with metal in their body (that is not removeable), who suffer from claustrophobia, and/or pregnant women will not be able to take part in the study.
IMPORTANT: The surveys and saliva samples will be taken remotely by participants in their homes, the only measure which requires in-person participation is the brain scan. All participants will book individual time slots and be given PPE. More information about health and safety protocols will be available.
For further information, questions, or interested candidates please contact olivia.morson@gmail.com
Participate in a Research Study
Play the Pain: A Study of Healing by Creativity
We invite adults over the age of 18 to join our research team to evaluate a digital health platform (App) for studying the impact of creativity on chronic pain.
Participation is open to caregivers, patients, clinicians, and researchers.
For more information, please visit: https://media-health.ca/pdp-join-us
Please contact the principle investigator, Dr Najmeh Khalili-Mahani for further information:
email: media.health@concordia.ca
phone: 514-848-2424 x 5370
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR STUDY EXAMINING SLEEP AND MEMORY (AGE 55-85 YEARS)
Researcher: Thanh Dang-Vu, MD, PhD and Jean-Philippe Gouin, PhD
Do you consider yourself a GOOD SLEEPER?
Researchers at Concordia University are conducting a study to better understand the role of brain activity during sleep.
Participation in this study will include:
- Two overnight sleep recordings in our sleep lab
- One MRI session at the PERFORM Centre
- Completion of cognitive tests after sleep
We are seeking adult participants who meet the following criteria:
- Between 25 and 65 years old
- Not using medication that affects sleep
- No diagnosed sleep disorders (e.g., insomnia, sleep apnea)
- Absence of chronic illness, neurological disorder, or mental health disorder
- No history of brain hemorrhage, brain tumor, or brain surgery
- No regular night-shift work or recent travel across several time-zones
- No regular alcohol or substance use
- No contraindication to MRI
If you are interested in participating or learning more about our study,
please contact us by phone:
(514) 848-2424, ext. 2284
or by email at: insomnia.concordia@gmail.com
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR STUDY EXAMINING SLEEP AND MEMORY (AGE 18-30 YEARS)
Researcher: Thanh Dang-Vu, MD, PhD
Do you consider yourself a GOOD SLEEPER?
Researchers at Concordia University are conducting a study to better understand the role of brain activity during sleep in the formation of new memories, among adults who identify as good sleepers.
Participation in this study will include:
- Monetary compensation for full study completion
- Three 12-hour overnight visits to our Concordia University (Loyola campus) sleep lab, in a private bedroom, with non-invasive measures of brain activity during sleep
- Completion of memory tests before and after sleep on the 2nd and 3rd overnight recording visits
To be considered for this study, we are seeking participants who meet the following criteria:
1. Between 18 and 30 years old
2. No sleep medication
3. No diagnosed sleep disorders, chronic illness or mental health disorder
4. No regular night-shift work or recent travel across several time-zones
5. No excessive alcohol or substance use (including cannabis)
6. Must be a fluent/native speaker of French and/or English
If you are interested in participating or learning more about our study, please contact us by email, or consult our website:
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON COUPLES' BEHAVIORS AND EATING AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY HABITS
Researcher: Jean-Philippe Gouin, PhD
Researchers at Concordia University are conducting 30-minute interviews through videoconference to examine the associations between different types of couples’ behaviors and change in eating and physical activity behaviors. We are looking for individuals or couples that are currently trying to change their lifestyle or maintain a healthy lifestyle.
We are seeking adult participants who meet the following criteria:
- 18 years old or more
- Currently in a romantic relationship
- Cohabitating (living with) your romantic partner for at least 6 months
- You or your partner are actively trying to adopt or maintain a healthier lifestyle
If you would like to learn more about the study, please contact us by email at couples.concordia@gmail.com.
CONCERNED ABOUT YOUR HEALTH?
FIND OUT HOW NUTRITION AFFECTS YOUR
BODY AND BRAIN HEALTH!

IF YOU ARE 30-75 YEARS OF AGE AND
NOT ON HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY
PARTICIPATE IN A RESEARCH STUDY ABOUT
NUTRITION-RELATED HEALTH ISSUES
$200 Compensation
Call: 514-848-2424 x 4451
Email: brainbodystudy@gmail.com
Have you been diagnosed with sleep apnea and suffer from difficulty falling or staying asleep at night?
Concordia University Researchers are looking for participants for a study evaluating the impact of a new treatment combining behavioural therapy and an exercise training program for individuals suffering from both sleep apnea and insomnia.
Participation in this study involves*:
- Comprehensive sleep evaluations
- Comprehensive fitness evaluations
- A free exercise training intervention for 16 weeks OR a free behavioural therapy combined with exercise training for 8 weeks
* All interventions and evaluations in the context of this study are free.
People who are under 18 years old, who have diabetes, heart disease, doing shift work, or already exercising more than one hour per week are not eligible.
If you are interested in this study, please call us at 514-848-2424, ext. 2284 OR send an e-mail to: apnea.concordia@gmail.com.
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR ON THE COGNITIVE EFFECTS OF LEARNING A NEW LANGUAGE

What is the research about?
This project aims to study cognitive effects of learning a new language on healthy aging.
Who can participate?
- Men and women,
- Aged between 60 and 70 years old,
- Speak only English: Cannot function in any other language
- Motivated to learn a language
- Normal or corrected vision and hearing
- Don’t suffer from memory problems or learning disabilities
- No depression
- No neurological disorders
What will I do as a participant?: You can participate in this research project as a member of two groups of participants;
Group 1: Healthy seniors who will learn a language and report for neuropsychological evaluations, and two fMRI scanning sessions
- Additional Criteria: Not Claustrophobic
Group 2: Healthy seniors who will report for neuropsychological evaluations. No neuroimaging sessions.
- You will be tested at 2 time points over 4 months
- You will receive access to a computerized program to learn a language of your choice (out of a list) for a period of one year.
- You will receive technical support to solve problems from a graduate student
What are the tests? The tests will evaluate:
- Your neuropsychological (mental) health: attention, memory, learning and decision making,
- Your language proficiency in any other second language
- Your life style routines
- Your brain structure and function if you are in Group 1 (using an fMRI scanner)
How many times will I be tested?
- Before training (Time 0),
- After 4 months (Time 1),
How long will each visit take? The study requires the participants to report 2 times over 4 months; each time will include
- 2 hours behavioral testing
- 1 hour fMRI scanning,
What will I do between the two test sessions? Every day for 1 hour 30 minutes (can be spread out throughout the day), you will practice a new language by following the instructions on Roseta Stone.
Please contact us at LCLab@unk.edu if you have a question or would like to participate in this project.
Annonce publicitaire approuvée le 3 mai 2019 par le Comité central d’éthique de la recherche du ministre de la Santé et des Services sociaux dans le cadre du projet CCER 18-19 – 17.
Concordia researchers are conducting a study on motor, cognitive, and sensory functioning in healthy adults in Montreal
To get involved, you must be:
- Aged 45-60 OR 65-80
- Have either normal hearing OR age-related hearing loss requiring a hearing aid (minimum of 6-months experience)
- A fluent speaker and reader in either English or French
- Free of neurological, cardiovascular, orthopaedic, and musculoskeletal conditions that affect mobility, concentration, or everyday functioning
- Able to come to Concordia University's Loyola Campus in NDG for two assessment sessions
A compensation of $60 will be given for your efforts.
If interested, please contact the Li Lab for more details:
514-848-2424 extension 2247; karenlilab@gmail.com
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AN INSOMNIA TREATMENT STUDY
Researchers: Thanh Dang-Vu, MD, PhD, & Jean-Philippe Gouin, PhD
Are you worried about the impact of your insomnia on your mood, your brain, and your health?
Concordia University Researchers are conducting a study evaluating the impact of a non-pharmacological treatment for insomnia on health.
Individuals suffering from insomnia at least 3 times per week for at least 3 months are eligible.
Participation in this study will include:
- A free individual therapy program comprising 8 sessions over 3 months
- Two MRI sessions
- Three overnight sleep recordings in our sleep lab
- Completion of cognitive tests after sleep
We are seeking adult participants who meet the following criteria:
- Between 25 and 65 years old
- Not using medication that affects sleep
- No diagnosed sleep disorders (e.g., sleep apnea)
- Absence of chronic illness, neurological disorder, or mental health disorder
- No history of brain hemorrhage, brain tumour, or brain surgery
- No regular night-shift work or recent travel across several time-zones
- No regular alcohol or substance use
- No contraindication to MRI
If you are interested in this study, please call us:
514-848-2424, ext. 2284
or send an e-mail to: insomnia.concordia@gmail.com
Annonce publicitaire approuvée le 29 mai 2019 par le Comité central d’éthique de la recherche du ministre de la Santé et des Services sociaux dans le cadre du projet CCER 19-20 – 04
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR STUDY OF SLEEP
Researcher: Thanh Dang-Vu, MD, PhD & Jean-Philippe Gouin, PhD
Do you consider yourself a GOOD SLEEPER?
Researchers at Concordia University are conducting a study to better understand the role of brain activity during sleep.
Participation in this study will include:
- Compensation of $100 for full study completion
- Two overnight sleep recordings in our sleep lab
- Completion of cognitive tests after sleep
We are seeking adult participants who meet the following criteria:
1. Between 35 and 50 years old
2. Not using medication that affects your sleep
3. No diagnosed sleep disorders (e.g., insomnia, sleep apnea)
4. Absence of chronic illness, neurological disorder, or mental health disorder
5. No history of brain hemorrhage, brain tumour, or brain surgery
6. No regular night-shift work or recent travel across several time-zones
7. No regular alcohol or substance use
If you are interested in participating or learning more about our study, please contact us by phone at 514-848-2424, ext. 2284, or by email at insomnia.concordia@gmail.com
Weight Loss Study
GET ACTIVE and EAT HEALTHY while getting PERSONALIZED info on your:
- Health
- Disease Risk
- Energie (calorie) use
If you are:
- ≥ 25 years old and a NON-SMOKER
- Want to participate in a research study about weight-loss and health issues!
Renumeration offered.
For more information, please call: 514.848.2424 ext. 4451 or email: nom@concordia.ca
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