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CURRENT STUDIES THAT MAY INTEREST YOU

Brain Imaging Study for Current/Past Heroin Users

Are you 18-45 years old and currently have, or have had in the past, a problem with heroin use? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a study to help researchers examine the role of a protein used by the brain to pass messages between cells. Study includes interviews, and MRI, PET, and CT scanning. Eligible participants must be medication-free (birth control OK). Compensation provided.

AGE:

18 - 45

VISITS: At least 3 visits

LOCATION: UPMC Presbyterian & Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic (WPIC).

Brain Imaging in Heroin Users

Do you currently use heroin, or have you recently used heroin? Are you between the ages of 18-40 years old? If so, you may be able to take part in a research study to help learn more about the role of a protein in people with opioid use disorders. Compensation is provided.

AGE:

18 - 40

DURATION: 1 month
VISITS: About 4 visits

LOCATION: Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic (WPIC) and UPMC Presbyterian Hospital

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:

21 - 70

DURATION: 6 weeks
VISITS: 4 visits

LOCATION: UPMC Pain Medicine Clinic - Centre Commons 5750 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206

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:

18 and Up

DURATION: 30-45 minutes

LOCATION: By phone

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:

18 - 40

DURATION: 1 Month
VISITS: Multiple

LOCATION: UPMC Presbyterian

OPTI-Mom Study

Are you less than 25 weeks pregnant and dependent on opioids? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a study that is testing a patient navigation service, like a health coach, to help you identify your health, mental health, and social needs during and after your pregnancy. Involves up to 14 visits over 11 months. Compensation is provided.

AGE:

18 and Up

DURATION: 11 months
VISITS: Up to 14 visits

LOCATION: UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

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:

18 and Up

VISITS: one initial visit

LOCATION: Convenient locations near you including Altoona, Monroeville, North Hills, Oakland, Philadelphia, Shadyside, the South Hills and more!

RELATED RESEARCH AREAS:

Substance Use