A Study for Active Military Service Members (or recently served); Examining Uncertainty, Health, and Home Safety Practices

Official Title
Uncertainty and Firearms: Obtaining Secure Storage (UFOS)
Purpose

The purpose of this study is to examine whether fear of uncertainty plays a role in home safety practices among firearm owners who are currently or have recently served in the U.S. military.

Could this study be right for you?
  • Currently serving in any Branch or Component of the U.S. military, or were discharged from the U.S. military within the past 90 days
  • 18 years or older
  • Own at least one firearm located in your home or vehicle
  • Are able to speak and understand the English language
  • Have an Apple or Android smartphone 
Age Range
18 - 99 years

Research Study on Aging and Health after Cancer

Official Title
E-PROOF: E-intervention for Protein Intake and Resistance Training to Optimize Function
Purpose

Our team is looking to improve the health of older cancer survivors after they have completed cancer treatment. Specifically, this 12-week study looks to improve older cancer survivors' physical function and related health outcomes (muscle strength, dietary quality, health-related quality of life, self-efficacy, weight management). 

Could this study be right for you?

-History of stage I-III breast, colorectal, and prostate cancer

-Completion of curative treatment (chemotherapy, radiation, surgery)

-Have an email address

 

Age Range
65 years and up

A Study about a FDA Approved Contact Lenses for Management of Myopia

Official Title
MiSight® 1 Day Post-Approval Study for Effectiveness and Visual Symptoms
Purpose

The purpose of this study is to evaluate if FDA approved contact lenses can reduce the progression of nearsightedness in children. Children who participate in this 4-year study will be asked to wear the study provided contact lenses at least 6 days a week and be willing to attend visits at The OSU College of Optometry one month after starting treatment and every six months thereafter. Visits will include a comprehensive eye exam and contact lens fitting at no cost.

Could this study be right for you?
  1. Children ages 8 to 12 years old.
  2. No previous medication or contact lenses related to myopia control.
  3. Glasses and/or contact lens prescription between -0.75 and -4.00 diopters.
  4. Satisfy all other study eligibility criteria.
Age Range
8 - 12 years

A Study about Treatment for Stress and Anxiety for People with Mild Cognitive Impairment and their Care Partners

Official Title
Treatment of Stress and Anxiety in MCI/AD: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Purpose

The purpose of this study is to conduct a fully powered randomized clinical trial (RCT) comparing the efficacy of interventions to reduce anxiety and related symptoms among those with Mild Cognitive Impairment or Mild Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias. The study also examines the efficacy of interventions to reduce care partner burden among care partners of people living with Mild Cognitive Impairment or Mild Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias. 

Could this study be right for you?

The primary participant must:
· Be at least 60 years of age
· Have a “care-partner” that is willing to participate in the full program (such as a spouse, child or a good friend)
· NOT have a terminal illness or severe motor impairment
· Be able to use a computer and smartphone and read English at the 6th grade level

The care partner must:
· Be at least 18 years of age
· Be able to use a computer and smartphone and read English at the 6th grade level

Age Range
60 - 99 years

A Study about Improving Social Belonging with Games

Official Title
Developing a game-based intervention to promote belonging among college students
Purpose

The purpose of this study is to better understand how games can be used to promote belonging, particularly among vulnerable communities. In this 1-hour online session, you'll be asked to answer some questions about your belonging, play a prototype game, and then provide feedback about the activities you just completed. 

Could this study be right for you?
  • Aged 18 years or older
  • Current undergraduate student at the Ohio State University,
  • Willingness to provide informed consent for the research study, and
  • Identifies belonging to a racial, ethnic, sexual, or gender minoritized group; or born outside of the U.S.
Age Range
18 - 99 years

A Study about Cancer Survivors’ Preference for Alternative Nicotine-Tobacco Products

Official Title
Collecting information to understand cancer survivors’ preference for alternative nicotine-tobacco products
Purpose

The purpose of this study is to understand how cancer survivors view the risks and benefits of nicotine and tobacco products.

The duration of the study will last two hours. 

 

 

 

Could this study be right for you?
  • At least 21 years old
  • Cancer survivor
  • Currently smoking combustible tobacco
  • Access to an email address and a phone, tablet, or computer with internet access
  • Currently using electronic nicotine delivery systems (e-cigarettes, vape pens, e-hookah, etc.) OR interested in trying them in the future
Age Range
21 years and up

Sweet Spot Study

Official Title
E-cigarette Nicotine Concentration and Forms: Differential Appeal to Smokers versus Non-smokers
Purpose

This study will examine the effect of different e-cigarettes on product appeal.

Could this study be right for you?
  • A current e-cigarette user
  • 21-24 years old
  • Willing to attend a study visit

OR

  • A current smoker
  • 25-50 years old
  • Willing to attend a study visit
  • Willing to try e-cigarettes
Age Range
21 - 50 years

A Study about Brain Imaging on Forming Impressions of Food

Official Title
Decoding Social Perceptions in Naturalistic Contexts
Purpose

The purpose of this study is to examine impressions on foods. This study involves looking at brain activity while you perform simple tasks (judging images of different foods). 

The duration of this study will last 3 hours. 

Could this study be right for you?
  • Free of MRI contradictions
  • No dietary destrictions
  • Normal vison
  • Right handed
Age Range
18 - 35 years

A Study about Romantic Relationships

Official Title
Agreement within Romantic Relationships
Purpose

The purpose of this study is to assess the agreements within romantic relationships on a variety of topics including politics, psychology and the nature of relationships.

Could this study be right for you?
  • Must have been in a heterosexual relationship for 3 months
Age Range
18 - 60 years

Buckeye Concussion Knowledge Survey (BUCKS)

Official Title
BUckeye Concussion Knowledge Survey (BUCKS)
Purpose

The purpose of this study is to examine health outcomes in former Ohio State University athletes who played a varsity sport during their time at OSU. The objective is to determine whether athletes who sustained a concussion have different health outcomes than those who did not sustain a concussion. Any former OSU varsity athlete can participate in a 20-minute online survey.

Could this study be right for you?
  • Anyone who has played a varsity sport as an undergraduate student at OSU, and they have now graduated (i.e., OSU athlete alumni). There are no other restrictions in terms of age, sex/gender, type of sport, etc.
Age Range
18 years and up