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Who do Women Talk to About Relationship Matters?: A Mixed-Methods Evaluation of Social Networks and Disclosure in Florida

Principal Investigator: Pooja Ichplani

This study compares the interpersonal networks of women survivors of intimate partner violence with those of women at-risk of intimate partner violence. The end goal is to propose recommendations for a social network driven primary prevention program to reduce incidents of intimate partner violence.

Who Can Participate:

  • Women who are at least 18 years of age, and have been or currently are in an intimate or romantic relationship for at least three months.

Duration:

  • 30 minute survey

Compensation:

  • Participants earn $10 upon survey completion.

Primary Contact: Pooja Ichplani; pichplani@fsu.edu; 850-345-8210

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HippoCamera and Depression Study

Principal Investigator: Valerie Sainterant

This study is interested in researching if hippoCamera memory replay can help increase the mood of older adults with depression, while it also helps improve memories.

Who Can Participate:

  • Adults 65 years of age and/ older
  • Those without a history of seizures
  • Must own a smartphone/table with a camera

Duration:

  • Participation will include an in-person visit to obtain a medical history, some measurements (height, weight, blood pressure, etc.), and draw a single vial of blood. The entire meeting will take no longer than 40-45 minutes.

Compensation and free parking provided.

Primary Contact: Valerie Sainterant; vs18b@fsu.edu; 850-645-0655

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Asthma Self-Management Among Emerging Adults: An Exploratory Study

Principal Investigator: Karen MacDonell, PhD

This study aims to understand asthma disease management strategies among emerging adults aged 18 to 29 years who live in North Florida.

Who Can Participate:

  • Must be between the ages of 18-29 years old with a diagnosis of Asthma.
  • Must live or work in North Florida
  • Must have access to a mobile device such an smartphone or tablet.

Compensation:

  • Up to $50 for your time.

Primary Contact: Marie Denis-Luque, MSPH, MPH; mdenisluque@fsu.edu; (850)328-3246

If you're interested, CLICK HERE to see if you qualify.

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Last Updated: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 4:21 PM