Join national volunteer-recruitment registry for clinical research
UAB is participating in ResearchMatch.org, the first national online, volunteer-recruitment registry developed to improve the way biomedical research is conducted across the country. This easy-to-use tool can help match researchers and people who want or need to volunteer for clinical trials. Volunteers are notified electronically that they are a possible match, and then they may decide whether or not to release their contact information to member researchers. Register online at ResearchMatch.org.
Children/Teens
Do you have a 5-10 year old child? Did you have gestational diabetes during pregnancy with that child? A study investigating the effects of gestational diabetes on children's obesity and diabetes risk seeks healthy, 5-10 year old Caucasian or African-American children whose mothers had gestational diabetes during pregnancy. Involves 2 visits for testing of the child and the mother's medical records from the pregnancy must be obtainable. Both mother and child will be compensated. Nikki or Paula, HOPE study, 4-0809.
African-American children age 12-15 needed for a study to understand exercise habits among adolescents. Must reside in either Brookside, Birmingham, Center Point, Fultondale, Graysville and Tarrant. Up to 3 study visits, east visit lasts 1-2 hours. Compensated up to $120. Akilah Keita 5-6226.
Teens ages 16 to 18 with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Combined Type and their parent/caregiver wanted for a laboratory study of driving safety. No stress, danger or invasive procedures. Families compensated up to $120 (requires 2 appointments). 934-7861 or teendrivingstudy@yahoo.com.
Healthy boys age 10-15 needed for brain imaging (fMRI) study of cognitive functions. You will view a set of images in the MRI scanner and respond to simple questions by pushing a button. Study will take 2-3 hours total (1 hour in scanner) and can be completed in 2 separate sessions or in a single day. Compensated $50. Dr. Rajesh Kana 996-9368.
Healthy, teenage African-American and Caucasian girls, ages 14-18 years needed to study vitamin D relationships with risk for diabetes and heart disease. Involves 2 visits. Compensated up to $125 and test results, including vitamin D and glucose levels, body fat and bone density. The DIVA Study, Jessica 975-8341.
Women
Are you a postmenopausal woman at increased risk for breast cancer? You may be eligible for a breast cancer prevention study. Jena Faust 5-1980.
BRAVO study: Do you want to earn up to $360 and be part of a national study to identify new ways to test for and prevent vaginal health problems? Join the BRAVO! Study today! Women ages 15-25. Joy 996-2780.
Healthy women age 18-45 needed for 10-week study of vaginal bacteria. Requires daily specimen collection at home, weekly delivery of samples and 3 study visits. Reimbursed up to $420. Joy 996-2780.
Healthy women age 19-40 who are HIV-negative and want to make a difference in the fight against HIV needed. Volunteers will receive physicals, GYN exams at no cost and will be compensated $50-$100 per visit depending on the procedures you agree to participant in. Joy 996-2780.
Healthy, premenopausal, non-smoking females age 21-40 who are not taking oral contraceptives are needed for a study to evaluate the exposure of FDA approved drugs during two phases of the menstrual cycle. Participants will receive a medical exam and a series of blood tests. (2) 12-hour clinic visits at UAB. Jennifer 4-2696. Compensated up to $400.
Bridges study: do you experience urinary leakage associated with a strong urge? You may have overactive bladder - a condition that occurs in up to 17% of women. A research study is being conducted that uses a short 3-question survey to diagnose urge incontinence in women. Medication is provided at no cost. Compensation. 4-1776/4-1777/877-496-4673 option 8.
Undergrad/graduate black women age 19-30 needed who want to jumpstart their fitness program while walking and also test an Internet program. Compensation. 939-5277.
Do you a female age 19 or older with chronic chest discomfort, cardiovascular disease? If so, you could be eligible to join a UAB research study that will provide a medication for angina (chest discomfort). To enroll in this study, you need to have chest discomfort two or more times a week. 5-8088/5-0605/ mfitzgerald@uab.edu.
Are you an African-American female undergraduate or graduate student? You may be eligible to participate in a walking study. Compensated. Michael Harris 939-5277.
Are you an overweight (BMI > 30) woman 19-50? If so, you may be eligible for a brain imaging (MRI) study of decision-making. Compensated $10-$50 (average of $35) for the lab session and $20-$100 (average of $70) for the MRI session. Call 934-8586 and ask about the brain imaging study of decision-making.
Overactive bladder? If you are a woman age 40 older you may be eligible for a study comparing two approved medications for the treatment of urinary urgency, frequency, nighttime urination or urine leakage. Medication provided at no cost. Compensation. 4-1776.
Are you a woman age 60 or older? You may be eligible to participate in a breast cancer prevention study. Eila Maddox 5-1980.
Women with multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injury ages 19-60 needed to participate in a study to educate women with spinal cord dysfunction and multiple sclerosis about their sexual potential and to aid researchers in developing new treatment approaches to improve sexual response. Must have normal periods, not be pregnant, have normal hand function and have ability to feel some sensation from lower abdomen to upper thigh region. Compensated $300. Dr Sipski Alexander 4-2022/866-706-5545.
Healthy women age 19-45 who are HIV-negative and want to make a difference in the fight against HIV needed. Volunteers will receive a physical and GYN exams at no cost and will be compensated $30-$250 per visit depending on the procedures you agree to participate in. Joy 996-2780.
Women age 60 and older wanted to exercise. Caucasian and African-American women over the age of 60 needed to participate in an exercise study being conducted by the UAB departments of Human Studies and Nutrition Sciences. This is a 32-week study that requires (3) two-night admissions at UAB hospital. If you are diabetic, have heart problems or smoke you will not qualify. Participants will be enrolled in an exercise program consisting of weight training and treadmill walking. Compensated up to $225. Paul the SWEET (Senior Woman Enjoying Exercise Together) study, 5-0666.
Women age 19-45 recently diagnosed (within 5 yrs) with Type 2 diabetes needed for a study to evaluate insulin resistance. Participants receive a brief medical exam and a series of tests. An overnight stay at UAB may be req. Compensated. 5-2422.
Are you a woman living with HIV who has a child age 5-11? Do you have an interest in learning how to reduce the stress in your life? If you said "yes" to both questions, call Loretta, 1-866-996-MOMS.
Healthy women age 65 & older needed for study of estrogen replacement therapy to prevent Alzheimer's disease in those w/first degree relatives with memory loss. If you have someone in your family with memory loss and you are not currently taking estrogen replacement therapy, you may qualify. Penny 4-1668.
Are you an overweight (BMI > 25) woman at least 19 years old? You may be eligible for a study to look at the impact of weight on quality of life. Visit includes basic body measurements and questionnaires. Compensated $20. Tiffany 5-7772/ mistlc@uab.edu.
Men
Are you a male veteran? Do you get up at least two times each night to urinate? If so, you may be eligible for a study comparing two treatments for nocturia (nighttime urination). Study medications without cost + compensation. 4-3259/866-406-6131.
Healthy male participants age 16-35 needed for brain imaging (fMRI) study of cognitive function. You will read a series of sentences or view a set of images in the scanner and respond to simple questions by pushing a button. Study will take 2-3 hours total (1 hour in scanner). Compensated $50. Dr. Rajesh Kana 996-9368.
Healthy young men aged 19-30 needed for Muscle Aging Study. Subjects are required only a single visit. Compensated $50. Call the MUS-CELL Study Coordinator at 934-6221.
Men & women
Do you have asthma? Are you having symptoms? Call The UAB Lung Health Center at 934-5555. You may qualify for a study.
Are you overweight, ages 19-50? If so, you may be eligible for a study of chewing gum for weight loss. Screening clinic visit required. Study involves 4 clinic visits and 2 follow-up phone calls. Compensated up to $175. Call 975-7238, and select option 3.
Diabetes and Periodontal Therapy Trial (DPTT): The School of Dentistry at UAB is recruiting participants for a diabetes and gum disease research study. You must be 35 years of age or older and being treated for type-2 diabetes. You must have at least 16 natural teeth and gums that are sore or bleed when brushing your teeth. The study lasts 6 months. Free dental exams and dental cleanings provided. Compensation + validated parking for clinic visits. Call Janet 5-7117 or jturman@uab.edu.
Type 2 Diabetics age 19-60 needed for metabolic study. If you are on oral medication to control your Type 2 Diabetes or diet controlled, you may qualify. Receive a physical exam, lab results and compensation. This requires a 2-3 day stay in the hospital. Sandra at 996-4020 or Dana at 996-4015.
Tired of dentures? Dental implants can help! We are enrolling patients for a UAB research trial of dental implants for people with lower dentures. 410-7306.
The UAB Lung Health Center is doing research to find better ways of diagnosing and treating COPD. Normal, healthy people age 40-75 needed. 4-5555 to see if you qualify for a current study.
Are you a veteran and have difficulty with bowel leakage? You may qualify to participate in a research study for the treatment of bowel incontinence. Receive a physical exam and medications at no charge. Compensation. The study involves 5 clinic visits over a 3 month period. Confidiential phone contact information: Kate 4-3259/558-7067 for FIRM study.
Gum recession study at UAB: The UAB Dental School is recruiting participants for a one-year research study that will test two different tissue-grafting materials used to treat gum recession. If you have areas across the front of your mouth where the gum tissues have receded leaving the root surfaces of at least one tooth exposed. And, if you are age 18 or older, a non-smoker, in general good health and you are not pregnant, you may qualify to enroll in this study. All study-related gum treatment provided at no cost. 4-1503.
Do you or someone you know have cystic fibrosis? The UAB Center for Nursing Research has developed a Web site that addresses the pain experienced by patients with CF. Visit the site for information regarding CF and also take part in a new on-line research study. Patrick hubbardp@son.uab.edu/ 4-7597.
Are you a family member or friend of someone who has had a head injury? If so, we are looking for healthy men and women, ages 19-95 with 14 years of education or less, to participate in a study on medical decision-making abilities. Pencil and paper testing, 3 visits over the course of 1 year, compensated $300. Adrianne 996-9366.
Healthy volunteers age 19-60 needed for metabolic study. This study requires a 2-3 day stay in the hospital. Physical exam, lab results and compensation provided. Sandra 996-4020 or Dana 996-4015.
Adults ages 19-85 with insomnia needed to participate in a research study to test an investigational drug for insomnia. Participants will receive study-related exams and study medication. Compensated. 7 office visits required. 599-1020 Ext. 122/ wbooth@sleepalabama.com.
Do you need dental fillings? A 24-month research study is being conducted at the UAB School of Dentistry to determine the effectiveness of investigational tooth-colored dental filling materials. Enrollment requires that the subject be available for the 24-month study period. Subjects needing fillings in the back teeth are likely candidates. The fillings are free and a monetary incentive is offered at the follow-up visits. 996-5747.
Do you have borderline diabetes? If you have type 2 diabetes and you are not taking diabetes medicine or you have pre-diabetes you may qualify for a research study using an investigational drug. Diabetes screening, supplies, study drug, and reimbursement for time and travel provided. Miriam 5-8217.
Do you have ulcerative colitis? Volunteers age 19-65 with moderate or severe ulcerative colitis needed to study an investigational medicine. All study-related meds, procedures and exams provided at no cost. To learn more, call 1-877-UAB-4-IBD.
Volunteers needed: smokers interested in quitting via a 12-wk free pharmacotherapy intervention and non-smokers needed for a research study to map brain activity while performing decision-making tasks. Must be drug free for at least 6 months and free of any severe head injuries or neurological illnesses. Study includes a clinical interview, computerized memory and decision-making tasks, vision evaluation, blood draw, 2 MRI/MRS scans. Compensated up to $190. 996-9813.
Do you have Type 2 Diabetes? If you have type 2 diabetes and your current medications are not controlling your blood sugar you may qualify for a research study using an investigational drug. Diabetes screening, supplies, study drug and reimbursement for time and travel are provided. Dana 6-4015.
Bothered by arthritis and concerned about heart disease? We are conducting a research study of 3 approved medications used to treat pain due to osteoarthritis (OA) or rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in people who also have or are at risk for heart disease. Receive study-related medical care, regular study check-ups, and study meds at no charge. Compensation. 4-9281.
Men & women age 65 or older needed for study involving training on physical and/ or cognitive (thinking) exercise. Training groups vary from thinking activities to physical exercise or both. Participants must be healthy with no history of heart disease, stroke or diabetes, must be on medication if you have high blood pressure. The complete PACES study lasts 5 weeks with follow-up visits every 6 months for 2 years. Compensated up to $350 over 2 years. 5-2290. If you do have diabetes you may be eligible for a 1-phone call interview and be compensated $25.
Do you have type 2 diabetes complicated by blood vessel problems such as heart disease, carotid artery disease, stroke, or poor circulation in your legs or feet? If you are over age 50 you may qualify for a research study investigating the effect of a diabetes drug on blood vessel disease. Participants will receive study drug or placebo provided by the study in addition to the care from your usual diabetes care provider. Miriam 5-8217.
Are you age 19 or older with high blood pressure? If you have mild to moderate hypertension you may qualify to participate in a national 8-week research study for high blood pressure. Eligible study participants will receive study medication, blood pressure checks, physical exams, lab tests and ECG at no cost. Compensation. 4-9281.
Do you have rosacea? If you age 19 or older and have rosacea, you might qualify for a clinical research trial being conducted at UAB Department of Dermatology. You may be eligible to receive study medication and visits at no cost and monetary compensation. Laura 502-9967.
Participants needed for sedation study: healthy adults age 19-40 will receive one of three sedative medications, while we assess your response to pain stimuli and how sedation affects your pain rating. There is a screening visit and then two parts of the study each taking about 2-4 hours of your time and the second part involves brain imaging. Compensated $50-$100 for each of the two parts of the study. Debbie Owen debbieo@uab.edu/ 5-2088.
Are you taking medication to treat high cholesterol? If you are 19 or older and take cholesterol medication, you may be eligible to participate in research with an investigational medication to be taken in addition to your current medication. Miriam 5-8217.
Do you have osteoporosis, are over age 65, and not currently treated? You may qualify for a 24-month study to evaluate the effectiveness of a new drug on bone health. Compensated. Kerry 4-1444.
Alzheimer's disease clinical trial: must be age 50-88, have a diagnosis of probable Alzheimer's disease and have a caregiver who also is willing to be involved in the study. Medication at no cost, compensation for time and travel. Hollis 5-0068.
Do you have a diabetic foot ulcer? If you have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes and a diabetic foot ulcer for at least 30 days you may qualify for a research study using an investigational nutritional drink. Compensation. Dana 996-4015.
Bone augmentation & implant study for UAB Dept of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. Those interested in implants who are missing 2 or more teeth may qualify. Must be healthy and at least 21 yrs old. Study involved bone grafting. 4-3669.
High cholesterol? Men & women age 19 or older with high LDL cholesterol who are currently taking medication to lower cholesterol may qualify for a research study of an investigational cholesterol-lowering medication. Study drug, physical exam, and lab tests at no cost. 4-9502.
Healthy Hispanic/Latino men and women needed for immune system study. Involves giving blood sample only. Compensated. 5-0425.
Are you a veteran receiving care at the Birmingham VA Medical Center? If so, you may qualify to participate in a metabolic research study. Receive a physical exam, laboratory testing and metabolic testing at no charge. Compensation. The study involves a 2-3 day and night stay in the hospital. We are recruiting both healthy volunteers and those with Type 2 diabetes. Sandra 996-2689/Dana 996-4015.
Do you have atopic dermatitis? Atopic dermatitis is a chronic condition resulting in dry, flaky skin that appears over red, inflamed areas, causing intense itching and burning? Participants age 19 and older who are not pregnant or breastfeeding are needed. Office visits, exams and study-related procedures at no cost. Laura 502-9967.
Do you have adult ADHD and insomnia? Are you age 19-65 and not taking medication for insomnia? You may be eligible to participate in a research study. Compensated. Rakesha 4-9189.
Bone grafting & dental implants study seeks volunteers. UAB School of Dentistry is recruiting participants for a study to evaluate healing of tooth extraction sites with or without bone grafts and restoration of the treated area with dental implants. Must be generally healthy, age 19 & older, have not had cancer, are not pregnant/planning a pregnancy or nursing a baby and have a least one tooth that needs to be extracted. Must be able to understand written English without help. 4-1503.
Do you have toenail fungus? You qualify for a research study at the UAB Dept of Dermatology and receive investigational medication and study visits at no cost. Compensation. Laura 502-9967.
Healthy-weight (body mass index (BMI) of 18.5-24.9) participants ages 30-60 wanted for brain imaging (MRI) study. First session (40-45 min) will be done in lab. Second and third sessions, separated by 12 weeks, will be brain-imaging sessions (60 mins. in magnet, maximum 2.5 hrs.). You will be compensated $15 for the lab session and $75 for each of the brain imaging sessions. Rosalyn Weller 4-8586.
Do you have scaly patches on your face or scalp? You might qualify for a research trials conducted by the UAB Dept of Dermatology. Receive study medication and visits at no cost. Compensation. Laura 502-9967.
Stroke patients. An ongoing study seeks stroke patients who are at least 6 months post-stroke & who have regained at least some movement in the arm affected by the stroke. You may be eligible for outpatient treatment at no cost to improve the use of the arm affected by the stroke. No medication involved. Adriana Delgado 4-9768/ adelgado@uab.edu.
Healthy men & women 55 & older in good physical health & diagnosed with mild-moderate Alzheimer's disease needed to study the disease progression. Participants visit once a year for pencil & paper memory testing & a neurological exam. Comp $65/ea visit. 4-1668.
Smokers & ex-smokers age 40 or older needed. You may have a disease called Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease or COPD. Call to see if you qualify to participate. Receive a lung function test at no cost. Compensated. 4-5555/6-6600.
Healthy Caucasian and African-American individuals needed for immune system study. Involves giving blood sample only. Compensated. 5-0425.
Healthy adults aged 60-75 needed for a strength exercise training study to improve muscle function and mobility. Subjects will exercise 2-3 days/week for 37 weeks and undergo assessments for strength, balance, fatigue, and bone density; blood and muscle analyses; and diet analysis. 4-6241/ www.physiology.uab.edu/BammanLab/STRIVE_II.htm.
Do you need dental fillings? A 24-month research study is being conducted at the UAB School of Dentistry to determine the effectiveness of investigational tooth-colored dental filling materials. Subjects needing fillings in the back teeth are likely candidates. The fillings are free and a monetary incentive is offered at follow-up visits. 996-5747.
Men (50 & older) and women (60 & older) with no history of heart disease or stroke may qualify for a research study of people at risk for heart attack or stroke. If you have any of the following: high blood pressure, cholesterol problems - high "bad" cholesterol and/or low "good" cholesterol, a blood relative who had a heart attack before age 60, or smoked cigarettes in the last 12 months. 4-9502.
Is your blood pressure uncontrolled (higher than 140/90)? Are you on three or more blood pressure medications including a diuretic? You may qualify to participate in a national 14-week research study to determine the safety and effectiveness of a new investigational medication in the treatment of severe hypertension. Eligible study participants will receive study medication, blood pressure checks, physical exams, laboratory tests and ECG at no cost. Compensation. 4-9281.
Do you have diabetes? The Division of Endocrinology is conducting research studies in treatments for diabetes and diabetic complications such as neuropathy, obesity and cardiovascular disease. Must be age 19 or older and in reasonably good health with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. All study related care is provided at no charge including. Compensated. 4-4112.
Volunteers age 19-60 who are 6 months-3 yrs post SCI are needed for a research study to determine the relationship between neurologic exam and bladder function. Reimbursed $200. Jim 4-2088/ jhigg@uab.edu.
African-American men/women ages 55-90 are needed for a memory-loss study. If you are in good physical health and have been having memory problems, or if you have mild Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease with memory loss you may qualify. One visit a year involving pencil and paper memory testing and a neurological exam. Compensated $50/visit. 4-3847.
Care Teams for HIV: If you are HIV+ and are currently participating in a Care Team you are eligible to participate. The study looks at the effects of being in a Care Team for the participant and volunteers. Compensated $80 for 4 sessions. Dr. Burrage 4-0630.
African-American males and females age 45 and older, UAB and the American Heart Association need your help with an important bacterial study (H. Pylori Bacterium). This bacterium may cause ulcers, gastritis, gastric cancer, and heart disease, and you may not have any symptoms. You may be able to participate if you have no history of cancer, heart disease, alcohol or drug abuse, and are a non-smoker for 5 or more years. Compensation up to $250. 5-7238 ext 3.
Have you recently stopped problem-drinking? We want to interview anyone who has recently stopped drinking in a problem manner without treatment. You could provide valuable information that may help design future alcohol treatment programs. This study is not a treatment program. Confidentiality. Compensation. 4-6082/1-800-815-6200/ www.HealthyDecisions.uab.edu.
The Alabama Vaccine Research Clinic is looking for healthy HIV-negative volunteers ages 19-50 for HIV vaccine studies. You cannot acquire HIV from the vaccine. Compensated up to $50/visit. James 4-6777/5-2839.
Do you have thin bones or osteoporosis? UAB physicians are conducting clinical research studies for osteoporosis and are seeking men & women volunteers. Receive a medical evaluation, DXA scans and study medication at no cost. Compensated. Dr Kenneth Saag 888-534-0367/5-2174.
Have you been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis? People age 19 or older may be eligible to participate in a study. Receive treatment and medications at no cost. Compensated. Lynn 4-9893.