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Using MRI to explore why we can experience muscle weakness after exercise
University of Nottingham, GB
Unaccustomed eccentric exercise can result in the development of muscle soreness and a loss of muscle strength and power in the days following exercise. The cause of these negative effects remains poorly understood. This study aims to use novel sodium-MRI scanning to investigate differences that...
- 18 Hour(s) to complete
- £75 Amazon voucher
- Experiment
- Derby Rd, Lenton, Nottingham NG7 2UH, UK
09 October 2024 Requirements- Criteria
- • Male
- • Aged 18-35 yrs at the time of signing the informed consent.
- • BMI 18-27 kg/m2
- • No regular exercise (i.e. <2 times per week)
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Muscle mass, quality, and the menopause
University of Nottingham, GB
Sarcopenia describes the progressive decline of muscle mass and strength with advancing age and is associated with increased frailty and morbidity, and evidence suggests it develops earlier in women compared to men. The earlier development of sarcopenia in women appears to coincide with the...
- 8 Week(s) to complete
- Cash
- Experiment
- Lenton, Nottingham NG7 2UH, UK
09 July 2024 Requirements- Adult females
- Pre or Post menopausal (not taking HRT or hormonal contraceptives)
- BMI 18 - 30 kg/m²
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CHAIN 1: Concurrent multi-organ responses to chronic inactivity
University of Nottingham, GB
Biological processes that underpin the relationship between physical activity levels and health are not clear. Addressing these knowledge gaps has been recognised as vital to assist scientists and medical doctors working in the fields of human chronic diseases and aging to help more adults reach...
- 7 Month(s) to complete
- Cash
- Experiment
- Lenton, Nottingham NG7 2UH, UK
28 March 2024 Requirements- Overweight (BMI 25-35kg/m²) and aged between 55-65 years
- Walk more than 8,000 steps/day
- Have fewer than 6 hours of sitting down a day
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CHAIN 2: Concurrent multi-organ responses to chronic physical activity
University of Nottingham, GB
Biological processes that underpin the relationship between physical activity levels and health are not clear. Addressing these knowledge gaps has been recognised as vital to assist scientists and medical doctors working in the fields of human chronic diseases and aging to help more adults reach...
- 7 Month(s) to complete
- Cash
- Experiment
- Lenton, Nottingham NG7 2UH, UK
28 March 2024 Requirements- Overweight (BMI 25-35 kg/m²) and aged between 55-65 years
- Not actively involved in exercise training
- Walk <5,000 steps/day
- Have >8 hours of sitting down a day.
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The CoolBAT study
University of Nottingham, GB
This study aims to increase knowledge of brown adipose tissue (BAT) in overweight individuals.
BAT produces heat by using the body’s white fat stores, and activation may help people avoid becoming overweight.
We are recruiting healthy volunteers aged 20-46 years with a BMI of 25-36 kg/m2.- 10 Hour(s) to complete
- Online Shopping voucher
- Experiment
- Derby Rd, United Kingdom
19 January 2024 Requirements- You are willing and able to give informed consent for participation in the study.
- You are over 20 and under 46 years old
- Your BMI is between 25 and 36kg/m2 (see link to BMI calculator below)
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- You are not taking any medications that may effect brown adipose tissue (eg: B blockers)
- You do not have any of the following medical conditions: cardiovascular disease, endocrine disorder, kidney disease, heart disease, or liver disease
- You do not have a family history of sudden cardiac death
- You are able to have an MRI – that means you must not have any metal in your body and are not claustrophobic
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Observational studies of how musicians prepare for performances
University of Nottingham, GB
I am observing musicians' organisational methods when preparing for performances and also carrying out other activities e.g. looking at files in a computer, making notes, working with a digital audio workstation, etc. I am also interested in understanding how musicians make use of different...
- 2 Hour(s) to complete
- N/A
- Observational
- Nottingham, UK
26 March 2018 Requirements- We are looking for musicians who are at least at an intermediate level of proficiency with guitar or bass guitar and that are actively performing with their primary instrument on a regular basis (e.g. learning new songs, practicing repertoire, rehearsing with other musicians, among other activities).
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Drivers' Visual Attention a in Real and Simulated Environment
University of Nottingham, GB
The study involves comparing drivers' visual attention at junctions in a simulated environment and on real roads. Drivers' will have to participate in two sessions (on different days). One will be in the University of Nottingham's driving simulator, and the other will be driving a real on-road...
- 90 Min(s) to complete
- Cash
- Experiment
- Nottingham NG7 2AG, UK
13 March 2018 Requirements- A student or member of staff at the University of Nottingham
- Hold a full UK driving licence
- Glasses cannot be worn (contact lenses are acceptance)
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Driving Simulator Study- Following instructions while driving
University of Nottingham, GB
Participants will take part in a driving simulator task which will take place in Nottingham University's driving simulator. The task involves approaching a series of junctions and pulling out when it is deemed to be safe. You will be given some instructions on what do to when checking the...
- 45 Min(s) to complete
- Cash £5
- Experiment
- Portland Building, University Park, Nottingham NG7 2RD, UK
07 November 2017 Requirements- - Full UK driving licence
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Developmental and Individual Influences on Romantic and Break Up Behaviours
University of Nottingham, GB
We are interested in how developmental and individual factors affect behaviour in seeking romantic relationships, and how they may affect break-up behaviours.
- 30 Min(s) to complete
- Sincere Gratitude
- Online Questionnaire
- Online
06 November 2017 Requirements- Over 18 years of age
- Confident/fluent in English
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Impact of patient aggression on staff
University of Nottingham, GB
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I am looking for people who have worked in forensic mental health hospitals as a healthcare worker or RMN to complete this study on the experience of patient aggression and to explore the potential impact this has on staff.
I am looking for participants whether they have or haven't...- 30 Min(s) to complete
- Sincere Gratitude
- Online Questionnaire
- Online
06 October 2017 Requirements- Healtcare worker or RMN
- Forensic mental health
- Age 18+
- Male or female
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Is Your Voice the Result of Nature or Nurture?
University of Nottingham, GB
Have you ever wondered about the sound of your own voice? Does your voice sound similar to the voices of your parents or other relatives? And does that mean we can predict the voices of related people?
We are a team of multidisciplinary researchers asking questions about the role of nature and...- 10 Min(s) to complete
- Prize draw
- Online Questionnaire
- Online
11 March 2016 Requirements- Participants must be at least 18 years old.
- You need a Firefox or Chrome browser and
- A working microphone to submit recordings online.
- To enter the prize draw you need to ensure at least one relative participates in the study as well (send email invitations to your family members as part of the the study).
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The Open Data Policy and its Effect on IT Systems
University of Nottingham, GB
Open data is the concept that publicly funded research data should be easily accessible and available to download by other researchers and members of the public. This project aims to understand the effect of the new EU open data policy on existing IT systems and to find out what changes need to...
- 10 Min(s) to complete
- Sincere Gratitude
- Online Questionnaire
- Online
31 August 2015 Requirements- Academics
- Professors
- Researches