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CURRENT STUDIES THAT MAY INTEREST YOU



Genetics of Inflammatory Bowel Disease – Healthy Volunteers

Are you a healthy white, African American or West African individual 18-35? You may be eligible to help researchers understand the genetics of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Researchers hope to identify IBD-causing genes, which determine a person’s make-up and inherited traits. Involves one study visit, participants will be asked to give approximately 4 tbsp. of blood. Compensation provided.

Digestive System
Healthy Volunteer
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Liver Disease
And 3 more areas
Age Range
AGE: 18 - 35
Duration
VISITS: 1
Location
LOCATION: UPMC Presbyterian Hospital - Oakland
Compensation
COMPENSATION: $50

Brain function in Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome - Diagnosed Arm

Are you 18-60 years old? Have you been diagnosed with cyclic vomiting syndrome? You may be able to participate in a study to determine whether brain function in patients with cyclic vomiting syndrome differs from brain function in healthy people. Participation involves the use of a non-invasive method of brain stimulation called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Compensation is provided.

Digestive System
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Liver Disease
Other Digestive System
And 2 more areas
Age Range
AGE: 18-60
Duration
DURATION: Up to 4 hours per visit
VISITS: Up to 6 in-person visits
Location
LOCATION: UPMC Montefiore Hospital – Oakland
Compensation
COMPENSATION: $15 per hour & parking voucher

RELATED RESEARCH AREAS:
  Digestive System


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