The CU Boulder Sleep and Development Lab is looking for participants for a research study to learn about how light exposure in the evening affects sleep and circadian rhythms in children. We need children ages 3.0 to 4.9 years who are healthy and have no sleep problems for an in-home study. This study takes place over 4–5 weeks, consisting of two identical 10-day protocols separated by 1–2 weeks. Families will be compensated for participating.

For more information, contact the Sleep and Development Laboratory at sleepdev@colorado.edu or visit our website.

We are searching for community members to participate in a 45- to 60-minute phone or Zoom interview to talk about their experiences with online therapy. In particular, we are looking for individuals who:

• Have used or are using online therapy services at a community-based organization
• Identify as a member of the Latinx community
• Are older than 18 years old
• Speak English or Spanish

Participants will be compensated $20 for their time.

For more information, please contact Fuji Robledo at fujiko.robledoyamamoto@colorado.edu. Thank you!

Researchers in the CU Anschutz School of Medicine are looking for healthy men and women to study the effects of night shift work on bone metabolism.

You may qualify if you:

• Are 20–40 years old
• Not pregnant
• Habitually sleep 7–9 hours per night
• Haven’t done night shift work in the past year
• Do not currently smoke

Involvement includes: 

• Measurements of bone mineral density
• Completion of sleep questionnaires/assessments
• Sleep with a simulated night shift schedule
• General physical exam
• Activity monitoring with a wrist monitor
• Blood/urine collection
• Arterial line placement
• Two inpatient stays (four nights each)

Participation in the study will last up to six weeks (including two four-night inpatient stays). Participants will receive up to $1,500 and a FitBit for their time.

If interested, email spotlight@ucdenver.edu and ask about the SPOTLIGHT study. Take the qualifying survey here.

PI: Christine Swanson, MD, MCR
COMIRB# 20-3013

Purpose: The purpose of the study is to investigate the amount of energy it requires individuals to move. We will evaluate the energy demands of both arm reaching and walking.

Main eligibility requirements:

• 35–55 years of age
• Able to walk without the use of a cane/walking aid
• Able to participate in two evaluation sessions (about a week apart) at CU Boulder

Participants will be compensated up to $200 for their time.

COVID-19 positive? Exposed to COVID-19? The UCD Center for Global Health with funding from the World Health Organization is conducting a pilot study to evaluate specialized masks that capture and measure the COVID-19 virus to better understand the spread of the disease. Participants will receive a stipend of $5 per day.

Researchers in the Neurophysiology of Movement Lab on Main Campus are conducting a study to evaluate the influence of light electrical stimulation on walking and balance capabilities in healthy adults. 

Subject requirements:

• 65–85 years of age
• Free from neurological impairments
• No recent lower body injuries 
• Ability to walk for six minutes unaided

The study consists of two visits to CU Boulder Main Campus on separate days (approximately 2.5 hours each):

• In each session, we will apply mild electrical stimulation using a TENS device and assess subjects' walking and balance capabilities.
• Compensation: $50 for the two visits

If interested, please contact Mohammed Alenazy for more information: moal4255@colorado.edu, 720-231-9767.

We are seeking current CU undergraduates of all majors and backgrounds to participate in a research study investigating the Mindful Campus Program, an eight-week course designed to promote mindfulness, compassion and community engagement. 
 
You can earn up to $220–225 by participating in this study.
 
Participants will attend eight 90-minute sessions (these will be held in person or remotely, depending on the group), complete surveys at three time points, and participate in focus groups to give feedback on the Mindful Campus Program. You must be 18 years old or older to participate. The IRB protocol number for this study is 21-0001.

By participating in this research, you will not only have the opportunity to learn and practice in a community setting, but also you may contribute to the creation of programs and policies to support undergraduate wellness and CU Boulder. Please reach out if you’re interested in learning about sections of the Mindful Campus course specifically for BIPOC and/or LGBTQ+ students. 

Please send an email to mindfulcampus@colorado.edu if you’re interested in learning more, or sign up to participate.

Adolescence is a significant period for brain development, during which certain individuals may be at a higher risk for experiencing stress and mood problems. The goal of the RRAY study is to learn about how certain cognitive abilities might make individuals more vulnerable or resilient in the face of stressful life events.

We are recruiting all teens age 13–19 for this two-year study. The study involves two study visits a year apart at our laboratory in Boulder, each lasting about six hours. During these visits you will be interviewed about your life experiences; you will complete some computer games that involve paying attention and learning; you will have a neuroimaging scan while you either rest quietly or play computer games; and you will answer a set of surveys on a computer. 

Also as part of the study, you will complete a set of online surveys and a brief telephone interview once every three months (five times total during the two-year study participation).  At the end of the study, you will have a final telephone interview, lasting about two hours.

You can earn up to $1,335 for completing all parts of the study, and get to take home a picture of your brain!

Sound interesting? Contact us to participate!

Strategic Relations and Communications seeks resident undergraduates to participate in an hour focus group on either Wednesday, Feb. 2, or Monday, Feb. 7. The focus groups will be held on Zoom.

As a token of appreciation, we are offering each participant a $20 Amazon gift card.

Please use the link below to find a date and time that works for you and reserve your spot. Participation will be on a first-come, first-served basis—so sign up today!

We’re happy you’re back and encourage you to keep these deadlines for our experiential learning programs in mind.

McNair Scholars Program
Deadline: Jan. 30
 
Community-Engaged Scholar Grants
Deadline: Feb. 4, 2022

Norlin Scholars, Rising Jr. Scholarship
Deadline: Feb. 15
 
UROP Student Grants
Deadline: Feb. 18

BSI Scholars Program
Deadline: Feb. 28

CEAS: CU SPUR
Deadline: March 28

Check out UROP’s Curiosity Lab to learn more about experiential learning opportunities like these and more!

The University of Colorado Hearing Research Lab is seeking adults ages 18 and older with normal hearing or with hearing loss to participate in a study on the perception of noisy speech that has been processed in a way that mimics hearing aids. Testing will include listening to speech over earphones and will take place over three visits. Participants will receive a free hearing test to determine if they quality for the study and will be compensated for their time. For more information, please contact us: hearlab@colorado.edu or 303-492-0067.

We are seeking current CU undergraduates of all majors and backgrounds to participate in a research study investigating the Mindful Campus Program, an eight-week course designed to promote mindfulness, compassion and community engagement. 
 
You can earn up to $220–225 by participating in this study.
 
Participants will attend eight 90-minute sessions (these will be held in person or remotely, depending on the group), complete surveys at three time points, and participate in focus groups to give feedback on the Mindful Campus Program. You must be 18 years old or older to participate. The IRB protocol number for this study is 21-0001.

By participating in this research, you will not only have the opportunity to learn and practice in a community setting, but also you may contribute to the creation of programs and policies to support undergraduate wellness and CU Boulder. Please reach out if you’re interested in learning about sections of the Mindful Campus course specifically for BIPOC and/or LGBTQ+ students. 

Please send an email to mindfulcampus@colorado.edu if you’re interested in learning more, or sign up to participate.

Undergraduates in any major can apply for funding to partner with faculty on research and creative projects. The deadline to apply is February 18, 2022. Check the website for details.

Nominate your mentor for recognition with UROP’s Outstanding Mentor Award by April 1, 2022.

Faculty in any field can apply for funding to support undergraduate teams on research and creative projects. The deadline to apply is Feb. 18, 2022. Check the website for details.