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Vitamin C and Nitrate Co-supplementation for Endothelial function.
University of Nottingham, GB
This study examines the combined effects of inorganic nitrate and vitamin C supplementation on cardiovascular health in overweight and obese middle-aged and older adults. Previous research suggests potential benefits for blood pressure and arterial stiffness. We aim to determine if this...
- 3 Week(s) to complete
- Earn £50 in vouchers upon completing the study
- Experiment
- East Block, Lenton, Nottingham NG7 2UH, UK
25 April 2024 Requirements- Aged between 50 and 75 years
- Non-smokers
- With overall good health
- Overweight (BMI: 25.0 - 40.0 kg/m²)
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Your take on voice interfaces
University of Nottingham, GB
This survey aims to gain an insight into your perceptions and experiences with the use of voice interfaces in homes and in cars. The data collected from this survey will be used to understand enablers and barriers to the use of voice interfaces in cars.
Your participation is valuable, and...- 20 Min(s) to complete
- Prize draw £50 shopping voucher
- Online Questionnaire
- Online
22 April 2024 Requirements- Age over 18
- Have opinions about voice interfaces
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How do English native speakers make requests?
University of Nottingham, GB
Thank you for taking part in this survey.
The purpose is to assess knowledge of how to make requests in English. In this study, you will read some situations. After each situation, you will be asked to write a request response in the blank. Please respond as naturally as possible and try to...- 15 Min(s) to complete
- £25 prize draw of Amazon voucher
- Online Questionnaire
- Online
01 April 2024 Requirements- English native speakers
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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...
- 10 Month(s) to complete
- Cash
- Experiment
- Lenton, Nottingham NG7 2UH, UK
28 March 2024 Requirements- Overweight (BMI 25-29.9kg/m²) and aged between 55-65 years
- Not actively involved in exercise training and walk between 8,000 and 10,000 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 25-29.9 kg/m²) and aged between 55-65 years
- Not actively involved in exercise training and do not have a regular physical activity regimen
- 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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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