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Research volunteers needed
National Center for Rehabilitative Auditory Research (NCRAR)
Research volunteers needed
Researchers at NCRAR are looking for research participants for numerous studies. If you meet any of the following criteria, we probably have a study you could take part in: By participating in research, you contribute to helping others by advancing scientific knowledge.
Below you will find a list of studies that are currently recruiting subjects. Click on the study title to learn more about each research opportunity.
| Study | Contact | Hearing Loss | Normal Hearing | Tinnitus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOISE Study This study collects information about military noise, hearing, tinnitus, and other health concerns to better understand the long-term effects of military noise exposure. Subjects: Veterans within 2.5 years of leaving active military service (DD-214) or the Guard/Reserves. |
Research Assistant: Anneka: (503) 220-8262, ext. 55949 | |||
| Resolving the Paradox of Hearing Complaints with a Normal Audiogram The purpose of this study is to develop a clinical test that can assess the strength of the neural connections between the inner ear and the brain. Subjects: Non-Veterans with normal hearing aged 18-35 or Veterans with normal hearing aged 19-50 that also have an auditory complaint such as tinnitus, hyperacusis, or difficulty with speech understanding. |
Research Assistant: Joey: (503) 220-8262, ext. 51996 | x | ||
| Ototoxicity-associated Mutations Following Antiretroviral Exposure This study collects hearing and genetic information to better understand potential effects of antiretroviral medications used for HIV treatment and prevention. Subjects: Veterans aged 18-80, regardless of HIV status or hearing loss; non-Veterans who take medications for HIV treatment or prevention (PrEP). |
Research Audiologist: Hunter: (503) 220-8262, ext. 59683 | |||
| Developing Tools and Care Path for Somatosensory Tinnitus This research is studying somatosensory tinnitus (ringing, humming, buzzing noise in the ears or head). This type of tinnitus is suspected when the loudness and/or pitch changes with certain movements. This study has two parts: (1) Create a screening tool for somatosensory tinnitus and (2) perform a randomized clinical trial comparing different treatment approaches for somatosensory tinnitus. Subjects: Veterans, 18 years or older, with constant tinnitus. |
Research Assistant: Chan: (503) 220-8262, ext. 56651 | |||
| Mouse, Man, and Machine The purpose of this study is to develop a computer algorithm that can estimate the strength of the neural connections between the inner ear and the central auditory system in individual patients based on how they perform on several tests of auditory function. Subjects: Veterans and non-Veterans, 18 years or older, no history of a concussion, native English speaker, with normal hearing or a mild hearing loss. |
Research Assistant: Joey: (503) 220-8262, ext. 51995 | |||
| Tinnitus Rehab Services and Outcomes - Interviews The purpose of this study is to better understand Veterans’ health experiences with tinnitus (ringing, buzzing or chirping in the ears) and evaluate a video module that is being developed as rehabilitation tool to help other Veterans with tinnitus. Subjects: Veterans, 18 years or older, with normal hearing or a mild hearing loss, with tinnitus that is bothersome. |
Research Assistant: Sambith: (503) 220-8262, ext. 52182 |
OR you can email us at ncrar@va.gov with the following information:
- Your phone number (Note: VA security regulations prohibit us from responding to you via email).
- Do you have normal hearing? (yes/no)
- Do you have hearing aids? (yes/no)
- Do you have tinnitus? (yes/no)
- Age
- Are you a Veteran? (yes/no)
- Where are you located? (city and state only!)
