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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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The effects of Ginger on Brown Adipose Tissue
University of Nottingham, GB
Healthy volunteers, aged 18-45 years, needed for a study of the effects of taking ginger food supplements on heat produced from the neck
Study includes:
- taking ginger food supplements capsules (or placebo)
- heat imaging before, and after, taking food supplement capsules- 4 Hour(s) to complete
- Online Shopping voucher
- Experiment
- Queen's Medical Centre, Derby Rd, Lenton, Nottingham NG7 2UH, UK
19 October 2023 Requirements- - Participant is willing and able to give informed consent for participation in the study.
- - Aged 18-45 years at the start of the study.
- - Body mass index (BMI) equal to or greater than 18.5 kg/m2 and not more than 40 kg/m2.
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The effect of consuming pectin fibre on health and wellbeing
University of Nottingham, GB
Previous research has shown that the types of bacteria that reside in your gut as well as the chemicals that they produce can have an effect on inflammation and cardiovascular health. The purpose of the study is to investigate the effect of consuming different doses of pectin fibre (found in...
- 4 Week(s) to complete
- Online Shopping voucher
- Experiment
- Lenton, Nottingham NG7 2UH, UK
09 January 2023 Requirements- Males and females aged over 18 years of age
- BMI between 20 and 40kg/m2
- Must be healthy (have no medical conditions or need to take medications)
- Non smokers (includes the use of e-cigarettes, nicotine patches or nicotine gum)
- No gastrointestinal disorders, including IBS
- Not currently dieting to reduce or control weight using meal replacements
- Not following a prescription or restrictive diet such as low FODMAP
- No food sensitivities or allergies
- Not pregnant or breast feeding
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ARLA-Whey
University of Nottingham, GB
Assessing the impact of different doses of super whey protein on muscle building at rest and in response to a single exercise bout in older adults.
- 1 Day(s) to complete
- 150 pounds inconvenience allowance
- Day visit with cannula and muscle biopsies
- Derby DE22 3DT, UK
18 October 2022 Requirements- Male
- 65-85 years old
- BMI 18-35kg/m2
- Blood pressure less than 160/100mmHg
- Not excessively active
- No intolerance to lactose
- No metabolic issues eg type 2 diabetes or untreated thyroid problems
- No recent cardiovascular issues
- No blood clotting problems
- Be able to attend our research facility
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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
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Eye tracking study looking at the link between learning and attention
University of Nottingham, GB
Pairs of stimuli will be presented on a computer screen, based on these you will be required to predict whether the tone that follows will be high or low in pitch. During this task your eye movements will be monitored using a non-invasive eye tracker.Please provide me with your email address so...
- 40 Min(s) to complete
- Sincere Gratitude
- Experiment
- University Blvd, Nottingham, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG7, UK
23 March 2015 Requirements- I cannot test you if you need to wear glasses or contact lenses to read size 20 font on a computer screen from a distance of 60cm