Research Studies Research studies can also be designed for display ads in the hardcopy of The Catalyst. For price and size information, call Wendy at 849-1778, ext. 207. For information on the online studies, call Kim Draughn at 792-4107. Adolescents without alcohol use problems Adolescents between the ages of 12-20, who are not being treated for an alcohol use disorder and are without alcohol use problems, are needed to participate in a research study as healthy controls to measure potential markers for alcohol dependence. Participation includes one visit at the Institute of Psychiatry. Call 876-5070. Alcohol Do you often drink more than four drinks in one night? MUSC’s Center for Drug and Alcohol Programs is conducting research studies with alcohol drinkers 21 to 65 years old. These studies do not provide alcohol treatment. Call 792-9955. Breastfeeding mothers Mothers 18 to 45 years old and their healthy infants, who are breastfeeding and are within one month of post-delivery, are needed for a study to examine the effects of vitamin D supplementation during breast feeding. Call 792-7842. Cancer survivors Are you a cancer survivor who wants to become more physically active? Hollings Cancer Center is seeking volunteers for a study evaluating the benefits of two physical activity programs for cancer survivors. Participants will complete an aerobic fitness evaluation before and after an eight-week physical activity program. Call 792-8250. CPAP The MUSC Snoring Clinic is conducting a study and seeking individuals who are not using their CPAP machine as prescribed. Individuals must be willing to participate in a multi-center study to evaluate the minimally invasive Pillar Palatal Implant System in combination with the CPAP machine, Call 792-6012. Down syndrome Children, ages 10 to 17, who have Down syndrome are needed for a study evaluating a new drug to help improve communication, daily living skills and socialization. Call 876-1524 or e-mail vanbake@musc.edu. Females If you are female, at least 18 years old, currently use cocaine, and in good health, you may be eligible to participate in a non-treatment study to investigate impulsivity. Participants receive a psychiatric evaluation at no cost. Call 792-4847. Females If you are female, at least 18 years old, have an overactive bladder and strong urinary urges, you may be eligible for a study being conducted in the OB/GYN Department. The purpose of the study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of an investigational drug not approved by the Food and Drug Administration in comparison to an approved drug and placebo. Study includes study medication, physical exam and 12 Lead ECG. Call 792-0349. Female sufferers of stress urinary incontinence Women, 18 years of age and older, who have had symptoms of stress urinary incontinence for at least 12 months are needed. To be eligible, you must: leak urine when you laugh, cough, sneeze or are involved in physical activity, have undergone some form of nonsurgical treatment (e.g., pelvic floor exercises, electro-stimulation) with unsatisfactory results, and available for follow-up for at least 12 months. Call 792-8924. Fibromyalgia Researchers are evaluating an investigational treatment for chronic pain that involves the uses of magnetic pulses to stimulate the area of the brain  thought to be involved in pain perception. Blacks are preferred. Call 792-0199 or 792-3127. Healthy adults Researchers are evaluating an investigational treatment for pain that involves the use of magnetic pulses (transcranial magnetic stimulation) to stimulate areas of the brain that are thought to be involved in pain perception. Qualifications include no history of seizures or chronic pain condition. Call 792-3127. Healthy individuals Individuals are needed for research on personality and alcohol preference. Call the Center for Drugs and Alcohol Program for information and to confirm eligibility at 792-5811. Compensation and free parking. Healthy males Healthy males, without acid reflux and at least 18 years old, are needed for a study being conducted in the MUSC Esophageal Motility Laboratory. The research will study acid and non-acid reflux and  any damage to the esophagus (swallowing tube) if and when it is found. Study medication, medical exams and tests at no cost as required by the study. Call 876-7212 or e-mail davisct@musc.edu. Overweight The Weight Management Center is conducting a one year research study of an investigational medication that may help you lose weight. To qualify, you must be 18 to 65, overweight, not have any other significant illness, and meet other criteria. Weight management counseling is included. Call 792-5577 or e-mail WMC@musc.edu with blue study in subject line. Overweight man or woman with type 2 diabetes The Weight Management Center is conducting a one year research study of an investigational medication that may help you lose weight. To qualify, you must be 18 to 65 years of age, overweight, take medication for type 2 diabetes, and meet other criteria. Weight management counseling is included. Call 792-5577 or e-mail WMC@musc.edu with Study D in subject line. Treatment for adolescents/young adults with alcohol use problems A behavioral therapy/medication treatment study is being conducted at the Institute of Psychiatry for adolescents/young adults between the ages of 15 - 25 with alcohol use problems. Participants will receive therapy and medication at no cost. Call 876-5070. Women If you are a female, at least 21 years old, and drink alcohol, you may be eligible for a research study being conducted by the MUSC Department of Psychiatry. Participation is completed in one visit. Compensation. Call 792-7067. April 18, 2008

 

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