Volunteers Needed for Paid fMRI Brain Study
May 26, 2026
We are looking for healthy volunteers to participate in our fMRI brain study.
You may be eligible if you are:
- Healthy
- 18 years and older
- No history of vascular diseases (e.g., high blood pressure, diabetes)
- Not claustrophobic
Study Overview:
- Session 1: Quick MRI scan (about six minutes); no tasks involved
- Sessions 2, 3, 4, and 5: Breathing tasks (about 6 minutes each) inside the scanner
- You’ll breathe a safe, controlled mix of CO₂ and O₂ through a mouthpiece.
- A nose clip will prevent nasal breathing.
- Short breaks will be provided between sessions (wearing the mouthpiece and nose clip is required during the task).
Compensation: All participants will receive $50 for their time and effort.
This study is approved by the University of Maryland Institutional Review Board.
Location: University of Maryland, Baltimore, School of Medicine, Health Sciences Research Facility III, 670 W. Baltimore St., Baltimore, MD 21201 (parking compensation will be provided)
All inquiries are welcome!
Contact us for a screening if interested.
Email: Duohua.Sun@som.umaryland.edu
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