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CURRENT STUDIES THAT MAY INTEREST YOU


MAPS Research Study

Are you 18 years of age and have you been diagnosed with a mood, anxiety, or substance use disorder? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a study to help researchers use smartphone technology to identify short-term predictors of suicidal thoughts and behaviors among high-risk adolescents. Must use a smartphone. Compensation provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18

Duration DURATION:  6 months
VISITS:  1 visit & 3 phone calls
Location LOCATION:  Bellefield Towers - Oakland


Chronic Pain and HIV Study

Are you HIV-positive and have had chronic pain for at least 3 months? Are you currently taking opioid medications? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a research study to help better understand the health of patients with chronic pain. Eligible participants will complete a 30-45 minute phone survey. Compensation is provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and Up

Duration DURATION:  30-45 minutes
Location LOCATION:  By phone


Xtampza ER Study for Adults Who Have Difficulty Swallowing Pills

Do you take a prescribed opioid medication for chronic pain and are age 21-70? Do you have trouble swallowing pills? If so, you may be able to take part in a research study to find out if a pain medication called Xtampza ER is easier to swallow. Participants must be current patients of a UPMC Pain Medicine Clinic, or be willing to schedule an appointment with this clinic. Compensation provided.

Age Range
AGE:   21 - 70

Duration DURATION:  6 weeks
VISITS:  4 visits
Location LOCATION:  UPMC Pain Medicine Clinic - Centre Commons 5750 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206


All of Us Pennsylvania Research Program

You may be able to change the future of medicine. The All of Us PA Research Program is enrolling adults 18 years of age or older. This may be your chance to improve how your children and your children’s children receive medical care.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and Up

Duration VISITS:  one initial visit
Location LOCATION:  University Center, Aiken Medical Building, Monroeville Urgent Care, UPMC Montefiore CTRC & St. Clair Commons, Bethel Park


Brain/Dopamine Imaging Study – Cocaine Users

Cocaine users between 18-40 years old needed for a brain imaging research study. Participation involves questionnaires, interviews, and brain scanning (1 MRI and 2 PET scans). Study conducted over a period of 1 month. Compensation provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18 - 40

Duration DURATION:  1 Month
VISITS:  Multiple

Location LOCATION:  UPMC Presbyterian



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  Substance Use

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