SCAN Lab Studies

The University of Arizona SCAN Lab is recruiting for a study on the effects of the 2B-Alert App on cognitive performance. You may be eligible for this study if you: 

• Are 18-39 years old
• Speak English as your primary language
• Have a regular sleep schedule

The maximum compensation for this study is $2,500. If you have any questions about the study please email us at 2BAlertstudy@gmail.com for a more detailed description of the study.

An Institutional Review Board responsible for human subjects research at The University of Arizona reviewed this research project and found it to be acceptable, according to applicable state and federal regulations and University policies designed to protect the rights and welfare of participants in research.

The University of Arizona SCAN Lab will start recruiting for a remote study examining the effects of bright light on sleep. You may be eligible for this study if you:

• Are 18-60 years old
• Active Servicemember in an Armed Forces Branch

The maximum compensation for this study is $500 giftcard and Fitbit Charge 5. 

If you have any questions about the study please email us at blglassesstudy@gmail.com to hear a more detailed description of the study or see if you are eligible by clicking on the following link.

The SCAN Lab in the Psychiatry Department is now recruiting for our TMS for insomnia study. The study is open to anyone 18-60 years old who is struggling with insomnia. This study is examining the effectiveness of a novel brain stimulation technique for improving sleep. This brain stimulation is known as cTBS (continuous theta burst stimulation), a type of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). This stimulation involves a handheld device held up to your head for 40 seconds that uses a brief series of magnetic pulses to alter patterns of brain activation in the area underneath the device. It is well-tolerated when used in people without any contraindications. A prior pilot study conducted by the SCAN lab showed that TMS can improve sleep, but we cannot guarantee any results.

Criteria:

• Suspected or diagnosed insomnia disorder, without a sleep apnea diagnosis
• Willing to undergo TMS treatment in Tucson, 10 times in the evening within a 2-3 week period
• Able and willing to complete a fMRI scan (copy of brain scan provided to participants upon request!)
• Able and willing to wear a MUSE headband and Fitbit to sleep for 5 weeks
• No other major mental health or general health concerns
• See the attached flyer for more information

Potential benefits to you:

• $1,000 and a Fitbit Inspire 3 upon completion of all study activities with full compliance to the study protocol (e.g., wearing your Fitbit and headband every night, completing all TMS sessions, etc.).
• Opportunity to be a part of cutting-edge research on insomnia involving novel, non-invasive clinical interventions such as TMS.
• The SCAN Lab’s prior pilot study indicated that TMS could improve sleep, although we can not guarantee any results.

If you are interested in learning more about the study or seeing if you qualify, please complete our REDCap Screening Questionnaire to determine your eligibility.

Please keep in mind that if the screener closes, it is because you are not eligible for this study.

Any additional questions can be emailed to scan.tms.insomnia@arizona.edu.

Please also note that an Institutional Review Board responsible for human subjects research at The University of Arizona has reviewed this research project and found it to be acceptable, according to applicable state and federal regulations and University policies designed to protect the rights and welfare of participants in research.