This study is to better understand why people feel lonely after losing a loved one, and what might help protect against that loneliness. The goal is to find out what makes loneliness worse and what helps protect people from it. Read More

18 or older Primary caregiver to a loved one who passed away between 2-12 months ago The loved one who passed away was under the care of Hospice and Palliative Care Buffalo Can speak and read English

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

we are doing an anonymous survey about moral distress and resilience among child neurology and neurodevelopmental disabilities residents. Read More

PGY3 and above residents in child neurology and neurodevelopmental disabilities

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

We want to learn how people feel after having robotic sacral colpopexy surgery. This is a kind of surgery that helps support the pelvic organs. We will ask patients about their quality of life, pelvic pain, and sexual health. Our goal is to understand how people are doing months or years after surgery. Read More

Between 18 and 90 years old
Had Robotic Sacral Colpexy surgery between 2012 and 2024

This study looks at how using a website, messaging apps (like Discord), and email reminders can help resident doctors better understand hospital policies and complete required tasks. We’ll measure changes in knowledge, compliance, and how up-to-date residents feel after using these tools. Read More

Residents in Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine-Pediatrics Combined, or Medicine
Preliminary programs in Buffalo
Not part of the Catholic Health System residency programs
PGY 1-4 residents are eligible

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

This study is testing two different ways to teach patients about glaucoma: watching a short educational video or receiving verbal information directly from their doctor. You will be randomly placed into one of these two groups. Read More

18 years of age or older
Speak English
Diagnosed with Glaucoma