Research Participant Opportunities
Impact of Hormonal Contraceptives on Menstrual Symptoms and Hormone Levels
UCCS is seeking women ages 18–40 to participate in a research study examining how hormonal contraceptives affect menstrual symptoms and hormone levels. Participants will complete a laboratory visit at the UCCS Hybl Sports Medicine and Performance Center, which includes a DEXA bone density scan and questionnaires. You will also monitor urine hormone levels, physical activity, and menstrual cycle symptoms at home, and return all equipment during a final lab visit.
Fasted Exercise and Menstrual Cycle Health
UCCS is recruiting women ages 18–40 for a study on how fasted exercise affects menstrual cycle health. Participants will track menstrual cycle symptoms, hormone levels, and lifestyle factors for about three months, complete a lab visit at the Hybl Sports Medicine and Performance Center, and take part in three exercise sessions. Eligible participants may receive information about their fitness and health, as well as up to $225 for completing the study.
Exercise, Stress, and Cognition Influence the Risk of Menstrual Cycle Irregularities
UCCS is recruiting women ages 18–35 who regularly run or cycle to participate in a study on how exercise, stress, and cognition influence menstrual cycle health. Participants will track menstrual cycle symptoms, lifestyle factors, and hormone levels for about three months, collect saliva samples at home, and attend two lab visits at the Hybl Sports Medicine and Performance Center. Eligible participants may receive health and fitness information as well as up to $150 for completing the study.
Cordyceps Supplementation and Running Performance
The UCCS Human Physiology and Nutrition Department is recruiting recreational and competitive runners ages 18–50 for a research study on cordyceps supplementation and its effects on sports performance. Participants will take cordyceps capsules daily for 8 weeks, complete VO2 max and lactate threshold testing at the beginning and end of the study, and answer a short questionnaire about their experience. Eligible participants will receive their fitness testing results and information on cordyceps supplementation.
Investigating the Effectiveness of Emergency Room Protocols for Treating Hypothermia
Are you a healthy, active person between the ages of 18 to 65 years old without any known cardiovascular/heart issues and are not pregnant? Then please get in touch to participate and more information will be provided.