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Short-term effects of physical inactivity
University of Nottingham, GB
- Screening and physical fitness visits
- 3 main free-living experimental trials (3 days each)
- Blood sampling
- Main meals and snacks provided for 9 days in total
- Inconvenience allowance will be paid- 2 Month(s) to complete
- Cash
- Experiment
- Nottingham NG7 2FT, UK
16 October 2018 Requirements- Male or female
- Healthy
- Age between 18 – 35 years
- Body mass index (BMI) between 18 and 27 kg/m2
- Non-smoking
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Teenage Pregnancy and Abortion: A Critical Feminist Perspective
University of Nottingham, GB
My PhD research is on the experiences of women who were pregnant as teenagers and who terminated their pregnancies. Its main focus is on language - how and what language is used to discuss teenage pregnancy and abortion, and how this impacts on the experiences of women.
Women who participate...- 3 Hour(s) to complete
- Sincere Gratitude
- Interview
- Greenfield St, Nottingham NG7 2JN, UK
01 October 2018 Requirements- Aged 18 and over
- Had an abortion between the ages of 13 and 19 (inclusive)
- Had an abortion in England
- Reside in England
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The effects of intervention duration on emotion appraisals during pregnancy
University of Nottingham, GB
The current study will require participants to complete a series of online questionnaires, as well as take part in a self-paced online intervention, during the second trimester of their pregnancy. These questionnaires are aimed to measure the emotional levels of participants, and the...
- 3 Month(s) to complete
- £10 shopping voucher
- Online Questionnaire, intervention study, interview
- Online
27 September 2018 Requirements- Must be between 12-16 weeks pregnant when beginning the study.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must be able to speak and read fluent English.
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Eclipse 2 Study
University of Nottingham, GB
We are exploring how the liver and muscles coordinate glucose and fat metabolism differently between healthy individuals and people who have elevated levels of fat in their liver. 'Eclipse 2' forms part of a larger study. As a healthy volunteer, you will be asked to attend for a single study...
- 1 Month(s) to complete
- Cash
- Experiment
- Nottingham NG7 2UH, UK
03 May 2018 Requirements- male
- aged 18 – 50 years,
- English speaker
- non-vegetarian (diet contains meat and /or fish)
- Drink less than 21 units of alcohol per week
- Have normal liver fat on ultrasound scan (measured at the Screening visit)
- Normal weight (Body mass index (BMI) 18-28 kg/m2)
- Are not taking medication that may affect your liver health (e.g. steroids, statins, omega-3- acids)
- Are not participating in special diet or weight loss programmes.
- Are able to lie down in an MRI scanner
- Do not have a history of diabetes, heart problems or psychiatric illness.
- Do not take any regular medication
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Eclipse Study
University of Nottingham, GB
We are testing whether carnitine (a dietary supplement) reduces the liver fat and improves metabolism in individuals who have a high concentration of fat within their liver. Participants will be given either Carnitine or a placebo, together with a meal replacement milkshake twice daily for 6...
- 6 Month(s) to complete
- Cash
- Experiment
- Derby Rd, Nottingham NG7 2UH, UK
03 May 2018 Requirements- Males
- 'overweight' or 'obese' (BMI 28-40 kg/m2)
- Age 18-50 years
- Non-smokers
- Having elevated liver fat (measured at the screening visit using abdominal ultrasound)
- Capable of providing informed consent
- Non-vegetarian diet (diet includes meat and / or fish)
- Weekly ethanol consumption <21 units/week
- Negative for Hepatitis B and C serology, liver autoantibodies, transferrin saturation, α1-antitrypsin levels (measured at the screening visit)
- No Known history of cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, psychiatric conditions, Chronic kidney disease
- No Surgery within 6 months prior to start of study
- No Exposure to drugs known to influence hepatic health (including steroids, statins, omega-3-fatty acids)
- No Contraindications to magnetic resonance scanning, which includes implanted ferrous material (implantable pacemakers or defibrillators), metallic ocular foreign bodies, ferromagnetic aneurysm clips or severe claustrophobia.
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Effects of Cocoa on Vascular Function and Symptoms in Raynaud's Phenomenon
University of Nottingham, GB
The aim of this study is to investigate the acute effects of cocoa consumption on symptom severity and prevalence of symptoms in those who experience Raynaud’s phenomenon
We are looking for 2 groups of participants:
1. Female experiencing the symptoms of Primary Raynaud's phenomenon
Age...- 4 Hour(s) to complete
- £30 cash
- Experiment
- Nottingham NG7 2FT, UK
23 April 2018 Requirements- We are looking for 2 groups of participants:
- 1. Female experiencing symptoms of Raynaud's phenomenon (tip of the fingers sometimes turn white)
- Criteria:
- Age between 18-40 years
- Not taking medication for Raynaud's symptoms
- 2.Healthy female age between 18-40 years
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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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Eye Tracking Study
University of Nottingham, GB
in this study, you will be sitting in front of a computer screen. You will be asked to view a series of images while your eye movements are being tracked by a special camera. You will be asked to press a keyboard key each time you see certain images. Afterwards, you will be asked to fill out a...
- 45 Min(s) to complete
- £5
- Experiment
- University of Nottingham, University of Nottingham : University Park Campus, Psychology, Pharmacy, Life Sciences, East Dr, Nottingham NG7 2RD, UK
14 February 2018 Requirements- Adult, over the age of 18.
- Corrected or normal vision.
- Overall healthy, free from cataract, glaucoma or any lens or retina degradation.
- No history of neurological disorders or recent head trauma.
- If possible, please refrain from wearing Mascara.
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Driving Eye Movements - Simulator Study
University of Nottingham, GB
Participants will take part in a driving simulation 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. Participants' eye movements will be tracked continuously throughout the...
- 30 Min(s) to complete
- Cash £5
- Experiment
- Portland Building, University of Nottingham Students' Union, University of Nottingham : University Park Campus, Psychology, Pharmacy, Life Sciences, University Park, Nottingham NG7 2RD, UK
07 November 2017 Requirements- - Full driving licence (doesn't have to be British)
- - no glasses, contacts can be worn
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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
Hello
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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