Brain Imaging Research Study - Social Smokers and Vapers
In person · Pittsburgh · PA · United States
Research provider: Pitt+Me
About this study
Are you aged 18–55 and smoke or vape nicotine-containing products at least twice per month? You may be able to participate in a research study to learn more about a protein in the brain that may play a role in substance use disorders. Compensation is provided.
What you’ll do
Study participation involves at least three visits over 2-3 weeks and includes questionnaires, interviews, brain scanning, blood and urine tests, and other procedures. The brain scanning includes magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans, positron emission tomography/computerized tomography (PET/CT) scans, electrocardiogram, and the administration of intravenous hydrocortisone.
Who the researchers are looking for
Are you aged 18–55 and smoke or vape nicotine-containing products at least twice per month? You may be able to participate in a research study to learn more about a protein in the brain that may play a role in substance use disorders. Compensation is provided.
Review the provider’s screening questions. These requirements do not guarantee selection.
Time and reward
Advertised reward
Up to $1,000 · Up to $1000 & parking reimbursement
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