Are you currently pregnant? Have you been pregnant in the past two years? Or are you part of the support network of someone who is currently pregnant? If so, then this study might be right for you! Read More

-Adults 18 years or older
-Are currently pregnant at any stage or have prior pregnancy experience OR are a source of social support for a pregnant partner/friend/family member/etc.
-Identify as African American or Black
-Speak and understand English
-Have a household income below $56,600

Everyone experiences anxiety at some point in their lives. Some people get nervous before taking a test. Others get anxious when experiencing big life changes. However, for some people, their anxiety gets in the way of their daily life. This is called Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Within the last several decades, there have been new treatments developed to help adults living with GAD. But not all adults experience relief from their GAD symptoms with current treatments. Read More

-Adults 18 years or older
-Have been diagnosed with General Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
-Have taken at least two prescribed medications for their GAD without experiencing symptom relief
Contact Nancy Desu (ndesu@buffalo.edu)

Anxiety and depression are conditions that affect people from all walks of life. These conditions can impact a person's mood, physical health, sleep, and relationships. In the past, research has focused on learning more about the causes of these conditions. This has allowed doctors and scientists to develop new treatments to help with symptoms common to these conditions. Read More

-Adults 18-30 years old -Have been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder or depression OR have been experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depression without a diagnosis -Native English speakers (no other languages spoken before age 2) -Have normal hearing

As we approach mid-life, our bodies begin to change. Women experience menopause and men experience andropause. These changes can impact our moods, physical health, and overall well-being. These changes can sometimes put stress on relationships and make it difficult for partners to communicate effectively. However, there is currently not a good way to support couples experiencing these changes. Read More

-Couples aged 40 to 60 years old
-Both partners are experiencing symptoms common to menopause (for example, hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes) or andropause (for example, changes in energy levels, physical strength, or sexual well-being)
-Live in the United States
-Can speak, read, and write in English
Contact: Juseung Lee Juseungl@buffalo.edu 716-645-0133

Coughing is a common symptom of many conditions. However, for people living with chronic respiratory diseases (or those that can worsen lung function over time), coughs can tell a doctor how a patient is doing or if their condition is getting worse. Read More

-Adults 18 years or older
-Healthy adults OR adults diagnosed with a chronic respiratory disease (such as asthma, COPD, or long-COVID)
-Fluent in English

This study looks at whether thinking about positive life events influences someone’s choice to be physically active. This could help us learn new ways to encourage healthy habits. Read More

- 18 to 24 years old
- Live a lifestyle where you are sitting a lot
- Want to change your lifestyle to become more physically activity
- Able to safely participate in physical activity

Are you an active driver? Are you interested in helping researchers learn more about how the brain changes as we age? If so, then this study might be right for you! Read More

-Adults between the ages of 25-35 years old OR 65+ years of age
-Are an active driver
-Have been driving for at least 5 years
-Have normal/corrected to normal vision
-Are not susceptible to motion sickness

We’re looking to see if natural ingredients found in coffee, tea, and chocolate (called xanthines) can help people stay warmer and keep their hands working well in cold environments. Read More

18-34 years old
Not obese
Consume caffeine daily

We’re looking for participants to help us learn more about a rare type of gum disease that affects young people. Read More

Children ages 12-25 Diagnosed with Severe Gum Disease (C/MIP)
Diagnosed between ages 12–25 (you can be older now)
Signs include deep gum pockets, bleeding, and bone loss around molars or front teeth
Brothers or Sisters of Someone who is at least 5 years old with C/MIP
Healthy Volunteers ages 12-25 Without Severe Gum Disease
No gum disease
Age, sex, and race matc...

This study will examine how children's eating habits, physical activity, and decision making change as they grow older. This will be done through 12 laboratory sessions over 3 years where parents will fill out questionnaires and have their height and weight taken. Children will also have their height and weight taken. After this, children will be asked to make choices about hypothetical money, and play a computer game to earn points to eat food and play with an activity. We will ask about children's eating habits, and usual screen-time habits. Read More

Between 8.5 to 9 years old (br) Between 10.5 to 11 years old