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LIFE trial
University College London, GB
Investigating exercise in depression & comparing inflammation, brain function, cognition and mental health between people with and without depression.
- 20 Hour(s) to complete
- £10/hr, additional prizes to be won and additional payment for brain scans.
- Experiment
- University College London, Gower St, London WC1E 6BT, UK
29 April 2025 Requirements- Ages 18 - 60.
- Must not have any neurological diseases
- Must not have a current or historical diagnosis of any mental health disorder
- Must not be pregnant
- Must not regularly take anti-inflammatory medication
- Must not exercise >30min/week
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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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Validation of Malay and Chinese Version of Irrational Beliefs Measure
Staffordshire University, GB
The Irrational Performance Beliefs Inventory (iPBI) measures irrational thoughts in sports & performance settings, designed for a UK population. This study seeks to validate the Malay & Mandarin versions of the iPBI for use in Malaysia & Singapore. Successful validation has potential benefits...
- 15 Min(s) to complete
- Prize draw USD25
- Online Questionnaire
- Online
05 February 2018 Requirements- Residing in Malaysia or Singapore.
- Age 18 and above.
- Familiarity with Malay or Mandarin.