call for submissions

Participate in a fMRI Study on Language and Learning

webfull — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 13:50:48 +0000

fMRI study: Language and Learning

We are looking for adults (18-35 years of age) who speak and understand both English and French to participate in a study. You will:

Call for Research Participants: Does Breast Reduction Surgery Change the Way You Breathe & Move?

webfull — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 16:44:56 +0000

The Clinical Exercise and Respiratory Physiology Laboratory (CERPL) and the Movement Technologies and Innovation (MOTION) Laboratory, in collaboration with Lululemon, are seeking female volunteers for a research study investigating whether breast reduction surgery impacts breathing and biomechanics during exercise.

The study is looking for 16 healthy women who are planning to undergo breast reduction surgery and are able to walk, jog, and run on a treadmill.

Participate in an Exciting Study Focusing on Running Asymmetry and Fatigue

webfull — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 18:00:24 +0000

Who?

Any recreational, competitive, or elite-level runners can participate.

You must be/you:

aged between 18 to 40 years
run at least 20 km per week and regularly participate in running for 3-6 months
have not had any musculoskeletal injuries in the past 6 months, any neurological or cardiovascular and respiratory conditions or pregnancy
should not be under any medications or rehabilitation programme

What?

Breathing Under Mechanical Load During Exercise: Join the Study!

webfull — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 15:01:58 +0000

Are you a healthy non-smoking adult interested in contributing to cutting-edge research on breathing, breathlessness, and exercise?

Researchers at ��ϲ�� University’s Clinical Exercise and Respiratory Physiology Laboratory (CERPL) are seeking participants for a study examining how breathing mechanical loads affect inspiratory muscle activation and breathlessness during exercise.

The study involves three lab visits, including lung function tests, cycling exercise, and safe, controlled breathing challenges, all in downtown Montreal.

Participate in a Research Study on Parents of Preschool Children with Attention Problems

webfull — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 14:56:18 +0000

Are you a parent in Quebec who is struggling with mental health and parenting challenges? Consider joining our research study for parents of preschool children.

The Building Regulation In Dual Generations (BRIDGE) is a program designed to support the mental health and parenting needs of mothers with depression who are parenting a 4 to 6-year-old child with attention problems. This program brings together Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills Groups with therapeutic techniques to support positive parent-child interactions.

Procedure:

Research Participation Opportunity for Non-Science Undergraduate Students

webfull — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 15:46:28 +0000

Dr. Anila Asghar, DISE, and Abdullah Najjar are looking for undergraduate students for their study that seeks to explore the relationship between scientific thinking, feelings about science, and achievement in science.

This work will help to develop ways to assist teachers to effectively support the engagement and achievement of students in science.

The study involves completing questionnaires and engaging in an online game about science concepts and taking multiple-choice tests at the beginning and the end of the learning sessions.

Full Details:

Participate in a Research Study on Bone Health & Exercise Behaviours in Diabetes

webfull — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 20:02:31 +0000

The Gibbs Lab at ��ϲ�� is looking for adults aged 50 and above, diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a research study.

Participation involves one audio-recorded interview conducted via Microsoft Teams or by phone.

The study aims to identify preferences, information needs, and perceived barriers related to exercise for the management of bone health in older adults with diabetes. Adults over 50 with diabetes are often unaware of their increased risk of bone fractures, which can lead to disability, hospitalization, and significant healthcare costs.

Call for Research Participants: Exciting Opportunity with Lululemon

webfull — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 21:07:47 +0000

Dr. Camilla Illidi from the Clinical Exercise and Respiratory Physiology Laboratory (CERPL), in collaboration with Lululemon, is seeking healthy female volunteers for a research study investigating the effects of sports bras on exercise experiences, including motivation, adherence, feelings, anticipation, and enjoyment.

Call for Research Participants: Paid Study in Endurance Runners

webfull — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 21:05:04 +0000

Participate in this study to investigate the acute independent effects of dietary protein supplementation on bone metabolism in healthy adults aged 18-35 years participating in high-volume endurance running.

Duration:
One baseline visit followed by two trials of 2 days each (approximately 15 hours total).

Criteria:
1) Must be between the age of 18 - 35 years old
2) Running at least 40 km/week the past 6 months

Participate in a Research Study on Bone Health & Exercise Behaviours in Diabetes

webfull — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 20:58:53 +0000

Looking for adults aged 50 and above diagnosed with either Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes to participate in a research study.

Participation involves one audio-recorded interview conducted via Microsoft Teams or by phone.

Online Survey on Moving Beyond “Good vs. Evil”

webfull — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 19:48:48 +0000

Participate in Study on Moving Beyond “Good vs. Evil”

The Science and Practice in Psychology research lab is inviting university students to participate in a brief ANONYMOUS survey approved by ��ϲ��’s Research Ethics Board.

Help them find out which potentially controversial socio-political topics could be discussed in the university context.

They are also trying to better understand some beliefs and attitudes that could get in the way or facilitate genuine dialogue.

Empowering Inuit Voices Within a Global Context: Decolonizing Second Language Learning in Nunavik

webfull — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 17:50:31 +0000

This research study conducted by an Inuit researcher explores how colonized Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities decolonized their ESL education. Notably, the examination reveals a significant absence of studies addressing this issue within the Inuit context. Recognizing this gap, the researcher develops a framework for decolonization based on Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuit traditional knowledge.

Call for Research Participants: Occupational Biomechanics Study

webfull — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 20:41:20 +0000

Do you want to experience what research in Occupational Health is all about? Have you ever wondered how hand dominance effects task performance? This is your chance!

Criteria:
1) Must be between the age of 18 - 35 years old
2) No upper body injuries, or musculoskeletal or cardiovascular impairments.

Objective:
To determine how hand dominance effects the shoulder during a bilateral overhead repetitive task.

Duration:

Call for Research Participants: Cycling Biomechanics Study

webfull — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 20:41:03 +0000

Do you want to experience what research in exercise biomechanics is all about? Have you ever wondered if males and females display differences in cycling performance? This is your chance!

Call for Research Participants: Mindful Coping Project

webfull — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 20:06:43 +0000

The DAIR Research Team is recruiting students who are interested in taking part in the Mindful Coping Project.

They have developed an online mindfulness program for students’ mental health and wellbeing and want your feedback on it!

Participants will receive free mindfulness tools and be entered in various raffles for chances to win cash prizes of 100$ for their participation.