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January 23, 2025
Join a working group for the SUCCESS Initiative
Following an analysis of results from a campuswide survey and stakeholder interviews, seven working groups have been created to address strategic priorities identified in the responses. Faculty and staff can apply to join a group. Learn more here. Also, RSVP for a town hall on the SUCCESS Initiative at 9 a.m. Feb. 24 at the Alumni House.
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Take Note
January 23, 2025
Short survey — big impacts
The 2025 Campus Engagment Survey will be open from Feb. 3-17. Your investment of 20 minutes can lead to broad institutional changes to benefit your UAB experience and the experiences of others.
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Campus News
If you have the JAK2 V617F mutation, are aged 18-74 years old, do not smoke, do not have any known autoimmune disease, and attend medical checks at UAB regularly, you may be eligible for our study!
This study focuses on better understanding how diet influences quality of life in MPN patients. We will test whether an anti-inflammatory food regime can help alleviate symptoms and decelerate disease progression.
Participants will meet with study staff to collect non-invasive samples, undergo anthropometric and metabolic measurements, and answer study related questionnaires. Samples to be collected include blood and stool samples.
Participants will be compensated $50 for each visit and providing samples if simply continuing their regular food intake, or $90 each month if trying an anti-inflammatory food regime for 3 months and completing the study visits and providing samples. Participants who adhere to an anti-inflammatory regime and would like to continue a further 9 months may be eligible to continue participating with a compensation of $90 per month. Study participants in all groups would receive information related to body inflammation, vitamin D levels, and metabolism if desired.
Total maximum compensation of $150, $270 and $810 depending on study group.
For more information, please contact us via phone or email at:
Phone: 205-975-3752
Email addresses: tmarquezlago@uabmc.edu or mpn@uabmc.edu
This study focuses on better understanding how diet influences quality of life in MPN patients. We will test whether an anti-inflammatory food regime can help alleviate symptoms and decelerate disease progression.
Participants will meet with study staff to collect non-invasive samples, undergo anthropometric and metabolic measurements, and answer study related questionnaires. Samples to be collected include blood and stool samples.
Participants will be compensated $50 for each visit and providing samples if simply continuing their regular food intake, or $90 each month if trying an anti-inflammatory food regime for 3 months and completing the study visits and providing samples. Participants who adhere to an anti-inflammatory regime and would like to continue a further 9 months may be eligible to continue participating with a compensation of $90 per month. Study participants in all groups would receive information related to body inflammation, vitamin D levels, and metabolism if desired.
Total maximum compensation of $150, $270 and $810 depending on study group.
For more information, please contact us via phone or email at:
Phone: 205-975-3752
Email addresses: tmarquezlago@uabmc.edu or mpn@uabmc.edu
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Clinical Trials
Participate in a research study examining the effectiveness of group therapy for general mental health concerns.
Researchers in the UAB Department of Psychology are examining the impact of group therapy for treating general mental health concerns in college students (18+).
Each participant will receive $25 total across the course of the study for completing two questionnaires during the initial and final therapy sessions.
Visit this link to determine your eligibility: https://uab.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aXjNEIFA9EK7K3c
For more information, contact the researcher: Drew Whittington at whitdrew@uab.edu or Nicholas Borgogna at borgogna@uab.edu
Researchers in the UAB Department of Psychology are examining the impact of group therapy for treating general mental health concerns in college students (18+).
Each participant will receive $25 total across the course of the study for completing two questionnaires during the initial and final therapy sessions.
Visit this link to determine your eligibility: https://uab.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aXjNEIFA9EK7K3c
For more information, contact the researcher: Drew Whittington at whitdrew@uab.edu or Nicholas Borgogna at borgogna@uab.edu
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Clinical Trials
January 16, 2025
NIH implements stricter regulations on controlled-access data
Significant updates to the Genomic Data Sharing Policy will take effect Jan. 25. The change affects new and renewed requests for data access from 20 NIH-supported data repositories. Learn more about how this affects UAB researchers in this article.
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Take Note
January 15, 2025
Volunteers Needed for Minority Stress Counseling Study for LGBTQ+ Identifying Individuals
Volunteers Needed for Minority Stress Counseling Study for LGBTQ+ Identifying Individuals
-Study includes up to 16 in-person sessions of weekly counseling for free
-Remuneration in the form of up to two distributions of $10 and $15 for completing two surveys over the course of the study ($25 total)
To be included:
-You must be an adult (18 or older)
-Identify as LGBTQ+
Our study is a counseling intervention designed to address mental health concerns related to identity-related minority stress. However, there are a few conditions that we do not think would be a good fit. If you are experiencing severe drug addiction, past year history of suicide attempt/self-injury, eating disorder problems, or struggling with psychosis you would not be eligible for this study.
Please email Drew Whittington if interested in participating: whitdrew@uab.edu
-Study includes up to 16 in-person sessions of weekly counseling for free
-Remuneration in the form of up to two distributions of $10 and $15 for completing two surveys over the course of the study ($25 total)
To be included:
-You must be an adult (18 or older)
-Identify as LGBTQ+
Our study is a counseling intervention designed to address mental health concerns related to identity-related minority stress. However, there are a few conditions that we do not think would be a good fit. If you are experiencing severe drug addiction, past year history of suicide attempt/self-injury, eating disorder problems, or struggling with psychosis you would not be eligible for this study.
Please email Drew Whittington if interested in participating: whitdrew@uab.edu
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Clinical Trials
January 13, 2025
Do you have a child aged 15-21 with Down syndrome?
Recruiting Participants Ages 15-21 with Down Syndrome!
The UAB STARS Lab is conducting a research study to explore children's motivation to complete moderately challenging tasks and how this relates to academic achievement, language, cognition, and behavior in individuals with Down syndrome.
Who can participate?
• Children aged 15-21 with a diagnosis of Down syndrome (both males and females are welcome).
What does the study involve?
• 1-2 days of activities at the University of Alabama at Birmingham in Campbell Hall.
• Your child will complete language and cognitive assessments, as well as game-like activities with a researcher.
• Caregivers will complete questionnaires and participate in an interview about their child’s communication, behavior, and development.
What will you receive?
• $50 compensation for participation.
• Reimbursement for travel expenses.
• A score report with your child’s results.
Learn more by contacting Dr. Caroline G. Richter at carolinerichter@uab.edu or (205) 934-9897.
You can learn more about our studies here: https://sites.uab.edu/richter/about/
To check eligibility, complete the screening survey at go.uab.edu/uab_qualtrics_ws_ds
The UAB STARS Lab is conducting a research study to explore children's motivation to complete moderately challenging tasks and how this relates to academic achievement, language, cognition, and behavior in individuals with Down syndrome.
Who can participate?
• Children aged 15-21 with a diagnosis of Down syndrome (both males and females are welcome).
What does the study involve?
• 1-2 days of activities at the University of Alabama at Birmingham in Campbell Hall.
• Your child will complete language and cognitive assessments, as well as game-like activities with a researcher.
• Caregivers will complete questionnaires and participate in an interview about their child’s communication, behavior, and development.
What will you receive?
• $50 compensation for participation.
• Reimbursement for travel expenses.
• A score report with your child’s results.
Learn more by contacting Dr. Caroline G. Richter at carolinerichter@uab.edu or (205) 934-9897.
You can learn more about our studies here: https://sites.uab.edu/richter/about/
To check eligibility, complete the screening survey at go.uab.edu/uab_qualtrics_ws_ds
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Clinical Trials
January 13, 2025
Mastery motivation in children and adolescents with Williams syndrome and Down syndrome
Recruiting Participants Ages 6-21 with Williams Syndrome!
The UAB STARS Lab is conducting a research study to explore children's motivation to complete moderately challenging tasks and how this relates to academic achievement, language, cognition, and behavior in individuals with Williams syndrome.
Who can participate?
• Children aged 6-21 with a diagnosis of Williams syndrome (both males and females are welcome).
What does the study involve?
• 1-2 days of activities at the University of Alabama at Birmingham in Campbell Hall.
• Your child will complete language and cognitive assessments, as well as game-like activities with a researcher.
• Caregivers will complete questionnaires and participate in an interview about their child’s communication, behavior, and development.
What will you receive?
• $50 compensation for participation.
• Reimbursement for travel expenses.
• A score report with your child’s results.
Learn more by contacting Dr. Caroline G. Richter at carolinerichter@uab.edu or (205) 934-9897.
You can learn more about our studies here: https://sites.uab.edu/richter/about/
To check eligibility, complete the screening survey at go.uab.edu/uab_qualtrics_ws_ds
The UAB STARS Lab is conducting a research study to explore children's motivation to complete moderately challenging tasks and how this relates to academic achievement, language, cognition, and behavior in individuals with Williams syndrome.
Who can participate?
• Children aged 6-21 with a diagnosis of Williams syndrome (both males and females are welcome).
What does the study involve?
• 1-2 days of activities at the University of Alabama at Birmingham in Campbell Hall.
• Your child will complete language and cognitive assessments, as well as game-like activities with a researcher.
• Caregivers will complete questionnaires and participate in an interview about their child’s communication, behavior, and development.
What will you receive?
• $50 compensation for participation.
• Reimbursement for travel expenses.
• A score report with your child’s results.
Learn more by contacting Dr. Caroline G. Richter at carolinerichter@uab.edu or (205) 934-9897.
You can learn more about our studies here: https://sites.uab.edu/richter/about/
To check eligibility, complete the screening survey at go.uab.edu/uab_qualtrics_ws_ds
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Clinical Trials
January 13, 2025
Do you want to understand your child's academic and emotional needs?
Recruiting Children Ages 11-14!
Are you a parent of a child between the ages of 11-14?
The UAB Science of Child Development and Neurodiversity Lab is recruiting participants for a study on socio-emotional competencies across diverse populations.
This study includes children who are typically developing or diagnosed with specific learning disorders (such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia) and/or ADHD.
What will your family do?
• Caregivers will have a 30-minute online meeting to review the study and sign consent forms.
• Caregivers will complete a 30-minute survey, and children will complete a 2-hour survey online.
• Children will also take part in a 1.5-hour online cognitive assessment.
After completing the study, families will receive:
• A resource guide with tips to improve socio-emotional skills.
• A score report providing insights into cognitive function and academic achievement.
• A $50 gift card upon study completion.
Register today by visiting: https://uconn.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cuNicXz2ErF9uw6?Q_CHL=qr
Learn more about our studies here: https://sites.uab.edu/richter/about/
For questions, contact Caroline G. Richter, Ph.D., at carolinerichter@uab.edu.
Are you a parent of a child between the ages of 11-14?
The UAB Science of Child Development and Neurodiversity Lab is recruiting participants for a study on socio-emotional competencies across diverse populations.
This study includes children who are typically developing or diagnosed with specific learning disorders (such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia) and/or ADHD.
What will your family do?
• Caregivers will have a 30-minute online meeting to review the study and sign consent forms.
• Caregivers will complete a 30-minute survey, and children will complete a 2-hour survey online.
• Children will also take part in a 1.5-hour online cognitive assessment.
After completing the study, families will receive:
• A resource guide with tips to improve socio-emotional skills.
• A score report providing insights into cognitive function and academic achievement.
• A $50 gift card upon study completion.
Register today by visiting: https://uconn.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cuNicXz2ErF9uw6?Q_CHL=qr
Learn more about our studies here: https://sites.uab.edu/richter/about/
For questions, contact Caroline G. Richter, Ph.D., at carolinerichter@uab.edu.
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Clinical Trials
January 13, 2025
My Health Rewards incentive program making updates in 2025
My Health Rewards, the UAB Employee Wellness incentive program that rewards participants for healthy behaviors, launched this month with a new look, new platform and more point-earning opportunities.
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Be Healthy
