Sunday, August 31, 2014

Clinical Studies Opportunities

Asthma Studies: Participants Needed

Volunteers (19-40 years old) are needed for a study about asthma and the common cold. You must have asthma and not smoke. The screening involves two visits ($40 for each visit). Those who qualify can receive up to $1870 for completing the study. Please contact the University of Virginia Asthma and Allergic Diseases Center at 434-982-3510 for more information. HSR-IRB Nos. 12656 or 14427. 


UVa Radiology Research seeks adults ages 18 and older with asthma for a research study. The study looks at air movement in your lungs using Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) with xenon gas. Study includes spirometry, 6-minute walk, electrocardiogram, physical exam, nuclear medicine scan, finger stick, and MRI with xenon. Study requires on to three visits about two to three hours each. Minimum compensation is $100. For more information, please contact Joanne Gersbach at jcg4j@virginia.edu or call 434-243-6074. IRB HSR No. 16215.