CURRENT STUDIES THAT MAY INTEREST YOU


Rural LGBTQ+ Teen Social Isolation Research Study - Ages 18-19

Are you 18 or 19 years old and identify as LGBTQ+? Do you live in a rural area? If so, you may be able to take part in a research study to help develop an online resource to combat social isolation and negative social media experiences in rural LGBTQ+ teens. Study involves 1 online interview lasting 45-60 minutes. Compensation is provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18 - 19

 
Gender List
GENDER:   Any

Duration DURATION:  45-60 minutes
VISITS:  1 online interview
Location LOCATION: 

Online only
Compensation COMPENSATION: 

$50

The LIBRA Study

Do you have very heavy periods? You may be eligible to receive an intrauterine device (IUD) as part of the LIBRA study. The study is looking to evaluate the effectiveness of a levonorgestrel IUD as a treatment for heavy menstrual bleeding. The study involves up to 9 scheduled visits and 1 phone call over 10 months. Compensation is provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18 - 50

 
Gender List
GENDER:   Female

Duration DURATION:  10 months
VISITS:  Up to 9 visits + 1 phone call
Location LOCATION: 

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
Compensation COMPENSATION: 

Up to $900 + parking vouchers or bus fare

Patient Perceptions of Consent Process

Are you scheduled to have a surgical procedure for a benign gynecological condition such as fibroids, endometriosis, adenomyosis, or ovarian cysts? If so, you may be able to participate in a research study to help understand patients’ perceptions about the role of medical students in their healthcare. This study includes two phone or online interviews lasting about 1.5 hours total.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and up

 
Gender List
GENDER:   Female
Transgender

Duration DURATION:  1.5 hours
VISITS:  Two telephone or Zoom interviews
Location LOCATION: 

Online or by phone
Compensation COMPENSATION: 

None

MyPaTH Story Booth – COVID-19 Stories

Participants are invited to share how they are maintaining their health during the coronavirus pandemic, or to share what it is like being ill with COVID-19 and/or caring for a loved one who is ill with COVID-19. Participation in this research study involves one 45-minute session that takes place over the phone. Eligible participants must be able to read and understand English.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and up

 
Gender List
GENDER:   Any

Duration DURATION:  About 45 minutes
VISITS:  No in-person visits
Location LOCATION: 

By phone
Compensation COMPENSATION: 

None

The VWD Minimize Study

Are you a woman ages 18-45 who has been diagnosed with Von Willebrand Disease (VMD)? Do you suffer from heavy menstrual bleeding (also called menorrhagia)? If so, you may be able to participate in a study to evaluate how well two different treatments for VMD work. This study involves 4 visits over 24 weeks (includes blood draws). Compensation is provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18 - 45

 
Gender List
GENDER:   Female

Duration DURATION:  24 weeks
VISITS:  4
Location LOCATION: 

Hemophilia Center of Western Pennsylvania – Boulevard of the Allies - Oakland
Compensation COMPENSATION: 

$100 per visit (up to $400)

MyPaTH Story Booth 2.0

Interested in sharing your story about health, illness, or research? Patients and caregivers are needed to participate in a research study to help learn more about topics that are important to you and that may improve health and health care. Participation involves one 45-minute session that takes place over the phone. Eligible participants must be able to read and understand English.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and up

 
Gender List
GENDER:   Any

Duration DURATION:  45 minutes
VISITS:  1 visit or phone call
Location LOCATION: 

By phone


RELATED RESEARCH AREAS:
  Reproductive and Sexual Health