Welcome to the Diabetes Studies Page

CURRENT STUDIES THAT MAY INTEREST YOU


Type 2 Diabetes Study

Have you been newly diagnosed with diabetes and are age 55-85? Have you been prescribed metformin, but have not yet started taking it? If so, you may be able to participate in a research study to help learn more about metformin’s effects on the body. Compensation provided.

Age Range
AGE:   55 - 85

Duration VISITS:  2 visits & 2 phone calls
Location LOCATION:  UPMC Montefiore


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


MyPaTH Story Booth

Researchers are looking for volunteers to share a personal story about their experience as an individual facing a health problem or accessing the health system. Individuals could also share their experience as a caregiver for someone who is ill.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and Up

Duration VISITS:  1 visit lasting 20 minutes
Location LOCATION:  Falk Medical Building (Oakland), or by phone


DSTT-1: Diabetes Sleep Treatment Trial

Do you have type 2 diabetes? Do you also have difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking too early? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a research study to help find out if an online insomnia program can help people better manage their diabetes on their own. Compensation is provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and Up

Duration DURATION:  Up to 16 weeks
VISITS:  3-4 in-person visits plus phone calls
Location LOCATION:  University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing


Diabetes in the Social Environment (DSE Study)

Are you a man with Type 2 diabetes? Were you diagnosed between 5-15 years ago? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a study to help researchers understand how friends and family can help you take care of your diabetes. Eligible participants are African-American, unmarried, not living with a romantic partner, and have a friend or family member willing to participate. Compensation provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and Up

Duration VISITS:  1 in-person visit and 2 weeks of daily surveys
Location LOCATION:  Carnegie Mellon University, your home, or a public space of your choosing


TrialNET Pathway to Prevention 18-45

If you are between the ages of 18 and 45 and have a relative who has type 1 diabetes (T1D), you may be able to be part of a research study. A blood test can show if you are at risk for T1D years before symptoms occur. Those at increased risk for T1D may be able to join studies that are testing ways to prevent and delay T1D.

Age Range
AGE:   18 - 45

Duration VISITS:  At least 1 visit
Location LOCATION:  A lab near you


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



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