Research Study Participation

College of Health Professions and Sciences

Effects of Dietary Protein Supplementation on Bioimpedance Characteristics and Metabolic Health Markers

Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 Paid

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • Male or female adult (18-40 years old)
  • Complete less than 150 minutes per week of aerobic exercise and less than 2 full-body
    resistance training sessions per week
  • Free from implanted pacemakers/defibrillators
  • Free from open cuts/wounds on your right hand and foot
  • Metabolically healthy (we will determine this using a health history questionnaire,
    fasting blood glucose < 100mg/dL, and a resting blood pressure < 140/90 mmHg)
  • Not actively attempting to gain/lose weight

Examining Test-Retest Reliability of Bioimpedance Between Various Electrodes and Postures

Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Aug 1, 2026 None

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • 18+ years of age
  • Free from implanted pacemakers/defibrillators
  • Free from open cuts/wounds on the right hand/foot

Dual-Task Brain Activity After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Jun 5, 2028 Paid

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • are between the ages of 18-35 years,
  • either have had an anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) surgery or have not had an injury to either of your knees,
  • have not been medically diagnosed with a concussion in the previous 6 months,
  • have not been medically diagnosed with colorblindness,
  • have no known neurological (nervous system) disorder (i.e. Multiple Sclerosis),
  • have not taken opioid medication (pain medication) in the last 2 weeks,
  • are not pregnant of planning to become present during study participation, and
  • have no contraindications to brain MRI (you will complete a screening form).

Characterizing Nordic Hamstring Exercise Performance

Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Aug 1, 2026 Paid

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • Physically Active Adults (Current Tegner Activity Scale of at least 5)
  • Male and female adults, aged 18-30 years

Brain-muscle communication after ACL injury

Athletic Training, Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Jul 31, 2026 Paid

Inclusion Qualifications:

Inclusion criteria – ACL group:

  • Age 18-35 years
  • History of primary unilateral ACL reconstruction (ACLR) within last 2 years
  • No history of any lower limb surgery besides the current ACLR
  • Medical clearance to initiate jogging

Inclusion criteria – Uninjured group:

  • Age 18-35 years
  • No history of lower extremity surgery
  • No history of lower extremity injury (defined as seeking medical attention) within last 2 years

Grip Testing Instructions for Older Adults

Physical Therapy, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: May 1, 2026 None

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • Aged 60 years or older
  • Have normal cognitive function (based on results from the Mini-Mental State Examination [MMSE] or Telephone Interview for Cognitive Status)
  • Are willing to perform grip strength tests and provide informed consent
  • Fluent in English

Dual-Task Balance after ACL Reconstruction

Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Sep 3, 2027 Paid

Inclusion Qualifications:

ACL Group:

  • Age of 18-35 years
  • History of only one ACL reconstruction within the previous 2 years
  • Medical clearance for return to unrestricted activity

Uninjured Group:

  • Age of 18-35 years
  • No history of lower limb surgery
  • No history of significant lower limb injury within previous 6 months (defined as seeking medical attention, or missing >3 consecutive practices or games)

Core Musculature and Balance of Dancers

Athletic Training, Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Jun 30, 2026 None

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • At least 14 years old
    • Individuals under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent
  • Have at least 3 years of ballet experience
  • Currently practice dance technique
    • At least 1 hour per week over the past 6 months
  • Are familiar with basic ballet terminology

Dancers’ Perceptions, Knowledge, and Barriers of Receiving Quality Healthcare

Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Jun 30, 2026 None

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • Are at least 18 years old
  • Currently identify as:
    • a dancer
    • a dance parent
    • a dance teach/choreographer/coach
    • a dance studio/company/program director or equivalent

Healthcare Providers’ Perceptions, Knowledge, and Barriers of Delivering Dance-Specific Care

Athletic Training, Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science Deadline: Jun 30, 2026 None

Inclusion Qualifications:

  • At least 18 years old
  • A licensed or certified healthcare provider
  • A student in an accredited professional healthcare program

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