Information to Prepare You for Your MR Scan
This video will explain what to expect with MRI scanning and as a study participant at DISC.
Click on the icons below for additional information pertinent to your participation as a study volunteer.
Study Volunteer Opportunities
Current and upcoming research projects recruiting participants are listed below. To sign up and/or to receive more information, click on the study title and complete the form.
| Study | Imaging Area | Notes | Flyer |
|---|---|---|---|
Varies (heart, liver, lung, metallic implants) | Area to be scanned is determined by need for technical development; no compensation | ||
Fetus/Abdomen | Currently recruiting pregnant individuals in their 2nd or 3rd trimester; compensation provided; transportation available if needed | ||
Vocal Tract | Currently recruiting native speakers of Yoruba (Nigeria) or Setswana (Botswana/South Africa); compensation provided | ||
Vocal Tract (Cohort B) | Currently recruiting native speakers of American English to participate in 6-10 scans over an 18 month period; compensation provided | ||
Vocal Tract | Currently recruiting native speakers of American English to volunteer for 1 MRI scan examining the relationship between speech articulation and syllables; compensation provided | ||
Vocal Tract | Individuals needed for age-match control group (40+ years old; compensation provided | ||
Heart | Scan will involve the use of contrast, which requires testing of adequate kidney functioning in healthy individuals participating; compensation provided |