This study is recruiting volunteers for a dental study through the University at Buffalo (UB) Microbiome Center in the UB School of Dental Medicine. The study team is researching if they can make accurate copies of bacteria patterns in mouth plaque (the “stuff” that collects between gums and teeth). The results of the study will help dentists to better understand how gum disease develops and comes back over time. Read More

1. At least 21 years old 2. Have at least sixteen (16) teeth 3. Not currently pregnant 4. Not currently wearing braces or orthodontic appliances

The UB Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Division of Behavioral Medicine (DBM) is looking for adult volunteers to participate in the EPPIC (Easing Pelvic Pain Interventions Clinical Research Program). The goal of this National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded study is to determine the effectiveness of different behavioral therapies for controlling urologic chronic pelvic pain syndrome (UCPPS), why they work, for whom they are most effective, and durability of treatment gains (or how long they last). This is a non-drug treatment study and volunteers will receive payment for their participation in the study. Read More

1) Male or females between the ages of 18-70 years old 2) Experience pelvic pain symptoms for at least 3 months 3) Diagnosis of interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) or chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPP) 4) Access to a telephone and computer/smartphone 5) Reliable transportation

This study is recruiting patients diagnosed with rapid-onset dystonia-parkinsonism (RDP). RDP is a rare movement disorder. It has symptoms of both dystonia (lasting muscle contractions) and Parkinson’s Disease (presence of tremor in one hand and a stiffness or slowing of movement). Patients may develop RDP suddenly or gradually over time. Read More

1) Patients with known/suspected RDP gene mutation OR those who have been identified as carriers/family members of someone with an RDP gene mutation 2)Patients who were previously enrolled in an earlier version of this study 3) 18 months of age or older 4) Access to Wi-Fi and a smart device (for example, a smartphone, laptop, tablet)

This study is for children ages 7 – 17 years old admitted to the Oishei Children’s Hospital emergency room (ER) who are experiencing nausea/vomiting. The goal of the study is to see if a different treatment (inhaled isopropyl alcohol) works better than the medication typically used (Zofran) for treating nausea/vomiting in pediatric patients. Read More

1. 7-17 years old

2. Chief complaint of nausea or vomiting

3. Weight >=15 kg (~33lbs)

4. BARF (nausea severity score) >=4/10

5. Admitted to the Oishei Children's Hospital emergency room

For 18-45 year old women undergoing gynecology surgery at Kaleida Health. A sliver of tissue and a tablespoon of fluid will be removed from womb lining which will take less than 5 minutes. This tissue and pelvic fluid will be used to examine cells, and measure hormones / inflammatory proteins. Patients will also be told whether or not there is endometriosis. Read More

-Reproductive age women (18-45 years old)
-Regular menstrual cycles
-Undergoing indicated gynecological surgery, including tubal sterilization, evaluation of pelvic pain or pelvic mass

Participants with or without multiple sclerosis are needed for this research study on audio-visual cognition. Participants will be asked to complete some short questionnaires and cognitive tasks over the span of approximately 2-3 hours. All testing will be completed in one session at the University at Buffalo's Division of Cognitive and Behavioral Neurosciences Laboratories. Read More

-Age range 20-65 years
-Normal Hearing and Vision
-DO NOT have the following: severe psychiatric disorder, alcohol or substance abuse or dependence, history of traumatic head injury, neurological disturbances other than multiple sclerosis.

Study to assess the effect of dapagliflozin as compared with placebo in patients with heart failure who have been stabilized during hospitalization for acute heart failure. Patients will be followed for a maximum of 2 months. Read More

1. Currently hospitalized with AHF with symptoms of AHF.
2. LVEF <40% within the past 12 months
3. Elevated NT-proBNP, >1600 pg/ml
4. > 18 years of age
5. eGFR >30

-Adults ages 18-80
-Has a single unruptured target intracranial aneurysm (IA) located on the internal carotid artery (ICA) or its branches.

This study is being done to see if the Buffalo Concussion Physical Exam and the Tele-Brain Injury Screen can be safely used to identify brain injury and its impact on functioning in female survivors who have experienced intimate partner violence. The Buffalo Concussion Physical Exam is a non-invasive physical exam that examines neck/head area for any discomfort. This exam also tests standing balance and the ability to follow movements with eyes. The Tele-Brain Injury Screen tells us how individuals suspected of brain injury are feeling and whether the way they are feeling is interfering with their functioning. In essence, we want to understand if intimate partner violence could result in brain injury. We also want to understand the effects of brain injury on daily functioning and social functioning. Read More

18-60 years old
Proficient in English
Physical injury to head/neck/face or strangulation injury due to partner abuse within the past year
Reports of physical abuse (e.g., being thrown against an object, partner initiated fall resulting in head injury or any other reports of physical abuse resulting in whiplash injury) by an intimate partner within the past year
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This survey study examines how transgender and gender nonconforming individuals have experienced oral healthcare, how accessible such care is to them, and how they feel about receiving it. Read More

18 or greater years of age
self-identify as transgender or gender nonconforming