Diabetes
Participate in the PRISM-BP research study at UAB, investigating whether sharing personalized genetic risk scores can help people better control blood pressure. In this study, participants will attend 7 visits over 12 months. The study involves health checks, blood tests, urine samples, activity tracking, and wearing a 24-hour blood pressure monitor. Some participants will also receive their genetic risk score with counseling. Eligible participants must be 18–55 years old, have high blood pressure, and have no history of serious heart or kidney problems. Women cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding. Participants will be compensated up to $360 for completing study visits. Please e-mail Dr. Bal at harshvir6598@uabmc.edu or call us at 205-934-7936 if you are interested.
Participate in the PRECISION-BP research study investigating the best time to take blood pressure medication, morning or evening. In this study, participants will receive blood pressure medications for 28 days. Eligible participants must be obese (BMI: 30-45 kg/m2) men and women, have high blood pressure, and have no history of heart or kidney problems. The study involves wearing a blood pressure monitor for 24 hours, 24-hour inpatient visits at UAB Hospital, taking medications, and collecting blood and urine samples. Meals will be provided at no cost. Participants will be compensated $575 for completing the study visits. Please e-mail Amrita at PRECISION-BPSTUDY@uabmc.edu or call us at 205-934-0649 if you are interested.
Find out if your child is at risk for Type 2 Diabetes. The Discovery Study is a new, national effort to learn about the causes of type 2 diabetes in children. For more information, please call 205-517-1351 or email Discovery@uab.edu. What do participants get? Test results about diabetes risk will be shared with participants and their medical providers Payment for each study visit Gifts and prizes Who may be eligible? Children between 8 and 15 years old with: High Body Mass Index (BMI) Family history of diabetes Previous diagnosis of pre-diabetes What happens if I participate? The Discovery study involves close monitoring to detect the earlier signs of type 2 diabetes using state of the art testing: In-clinic visits (2x a year) Blood tests Wearable devices Questionnaires for children and their caregivers
About the Study The iADAPT study is a 16-week study designed to determine which weight loss program features are most effective in people with a physical disability. Participants will follow one of two diets and may be given additional nutritional or exercise counseling. The study provides weekly coaching, body composition assessment, and lab work to assess diabetes and heart disease risk. Eligibility: Aged 18–75 Overweight/obese BMI Physical disability or mobility impairment Not currently on weight loss medications Reimbursement: Participants will receive up to $150 in compensation for their time. Participants: Come in person to the WHARF on Lakeshore Campus at the beginning and end of the four-month period for testing Receive weekly group coaching on lifestyle changes (via Zoom) May receive additional exercise and diet support as needed Will receive detailed body composition and metabolic assessments Check Eligibility: To check if you may be eligible to participate, you can fill out the pre-screening form. You can also call the following person to check your eligibility or if you have any questions. Contact Info Omer Faruq Telephone: 205-518-8292 Email: ofaruq@uab.edu
If you are overweight or obese and have Type 2 Diabetes you may qualify for a clinical research study. This clinical trial is studying an investigational medicine. We’re searching for adults aged 18+ years, with a BMI of 27 or greater, and who are keen to take part in clinical research. Qualified participants will receive no-cost study-related exam and investigational drug and may be compensated for time and travel. For more information, contact Tracie Thomas tthoma@uab.edu or 205-996-4015.
The UAB Department of Nutrition Sciences is conducting a nutrition and brain health study looking at whether an acute dose of a ketone supplement can improve cognitive function in individuals 60 and older. You may qualify if you are between the ages of 60-75 years, are healthy or have prediabetes, have NOT been diagnosed with Diabetes, are willing to consume a ketone supplement drink, and are willing to travel to UAB for 2 testing visits that include a PET-fMRI brain scan. Qualified participants will receive PET-fMRI scans upon request and monetary compensation for their time. For more information and to see if you qualify, please call or email sksweatt@uab.edu.
The UAB Department of Nutrition Sciences, in collaboration with Viking Therapeutics, is conducting a 78 week research study to look into how well VK2735, a GLP-1 and GIP combo investigational once weekly medicine, works at different doses in people with type 2 diabetes and overweight or obesity. Qualified participants will receive study drug free of charge and may be compensated for time and travel. For more information, and to see if you might be eligible to join, please contact (205) 996-2689 or email at alp0029@uab.edu.
Learn more about the CT-388-104 Study testing the safety and effectiveness of a selective GLP-1/GIP investigational drug for those living with overweight or obesity with type 2 diabetes. You may be able to join the CT-388-104 Study if you: Are 18 through 75 years old Have a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or above Have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes Have tried to lose weight once or more through diet and exercise but without success There are other requirements for taking part in this study. The study team will go over these with you. If you qualify to join, you may receive at no cost: The investigational drug or placebo Close medical care and follow-up throughout the study Lifestyle management counseling Contact us to find out more about the CT-388-104 Study: Alex Rolling, CRC, RD, at alp0029@uab.edu or 205-996-2689
Receive compensation and Free 20-Week Exercise Program. Eligible enrolled participants will receive: Supervised exercise training at no cost Blood pressure medication at no cost Convenient parking at no cost Compensation for time If you are interested, please call 205-996-3005 and mention The ACES Study or apply using this form.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Department of Family and Community Medicine, is conducting a 12-month research study to test the effectiveness of a diabetes management intervention. If you have type 2 diabetes, are 18 years or older, and self-identify as Black or African American, you may be eligible to participate. Participants will be compensated up to $300 for completing the study. For more information, please contact us at: 205-224-2567, or freedom@uabmc.edu, or fill out this pre-screening form and we will get in touch with you.
Adults with Type 2 Diabetes needed for a study If you are between the ages of 18 -89 yrs and have type 2 diabetes you may be eligible to participate in a study exploring the reason why individuals who have diabetes have an increased risk of forming calcium oxalate kidney stones. Individuals who are obese, overweight, or normal weight are all welcome to the study. Participation involves eating study-provided meals for 4 days, providing urine and blood samples. Study meals are provided free of charge and additional compensation up to $140 is offered. For more information, call 205-934-5712 or email kidneystone@uabmc.edu or kidneystoneresearch@uabmc.edu.
You may be eligible to participate in the UAB’s Cardiovascular Research Biobank (CARBON), a repository of biological samples that will be used for future research about heart disease, diabetes, genomics, and more. Participants must be over the age of 18. The study will require one brief visit to UAB and collection of blood samples. Participants will be compensated. Please contact Nehal Vekariya at carbonstudy@uabmc.edu or 205-934-7173 if you are interested.
You may be eligible to participate in a research study about the effects of Sacubitril/Valsartan on how your body handles insulin and glucose. This medication is related to the heart. Eligible participants must be healthy men and women, African American, and have no history of diabetes, heart problems, or kidney problems. The study involves exercising, taking sacubitril/valsartan or valsartan, and collecting blood samples. Participants will be compensated. Please e-mail Dr. Vibhu Parcha, vparcha@uabmc.edu if you are interested.