Arizona State University

This study tests whether a seated Tai Chi and Qigong program, done at home via videos, can improve cardiometabolic health, stress, and sleep in women aged 35-64 who use mobility aids. Participants are randomly assigned to either the Tai Chi program or a health education video gro…

This study tests whether 6 months of supervised aerobic exercise can improve fitness, brain health, and memory in adults aged 65 and older with mild cognitive impairment or early Alzheimer's disease. Participants will exercise, undergo memory tests, and have MRI scans over a year…

This study tests an after-school program called Native Spirit for Indigenous teens in grades 7-12. The program uses cultural activities to strengthen identity, self-esteem, and resilience, with the goal of preventing substance use. About 60 teens from two Arizona tribes will take…

This study looks at whether a fermented whey protein and fiber supplement can improve digestive comfort in recreational athletes. Researchers will enroll 114 participants, some with and some without stomach complaints, and compare the supplement to a placebo. The goal is to see i…

This study looks at whether extending the nightly fasting period (not eating for a longer stretch each night) can improve sleep, thinking, and quality of life in breast cancer survivors. Researchers will compare this approach to health education alone. The study involves 60 femal…

This pilot study is testing a smartphone app called Mindful Journey that teaches mindfulness skills. The goal is to see if it is practical and acceptable for adults who are in treatment for opioid use disorder and also have chronic pain. Ten participants will use the app for 8 we…

This study tests a workshop series designed for people aged 60 and older with early-stage memory loss who live alone. The program provides education and skills training via Zoom to reduce stress, improve well-being, and help with future planning. Researchers will gather feedback …

This study looks at whether combining mindfulness training (MBSR) with an open-label placebo—a pill that patients know has no active drug—is a practical way to help people with chronic pain. Researchers will randomly assign 45 adults to receive either mindfulness alone, the place…

This study tests whether easy home-based strategies—like wearing blue-light blocking glasses, standing for 10 minutes each hour, and not eating after 8pm—can reduce the negative health effects of evening screen time. Researchers will track 30 adults with obesity or prediabetes wh…

This study tests a smartphone app called StandUPTV that alerts adults after 30 minutes of evening screen time, encouraging them to stand or move. Researchers want to see if this can reduce total sitting time and improve physical activity, sleep quality, and blood sugar levels. Th…

This study tests whether a daily dietary supplement can improve memory, thinking, and emotional well-being in healthy adults aged 55 and older. Sixteen participants will take the supplement for 45 days and complete memory and mood tests at the start and end. The goal is to see if…

This study looks at whether adding a website and virtual coaching to basic activity tracking can help older adults who live alone, have mild memory concerns, and are not very active. 86 participants will wear a Garmin device, set step goals, and get weekly texts. Half will also g…

This study tests whether combining neurofeedback with integrative body-mind training can change brain function and reduce cravings and substance use in adults who regularly use alcohol, cannabis, and cigarettes. Researchers will use brain scans to measure changes in connectivity …

This study looks at how daily light patterns relate to migraine headaches and sleep quality in adults. Over 8 weeks, 20 participants will track their migraines, light exposure, and sleep using diaries and devices. The goal is to understand these connections, not to test a new tre…

This study tests a 10-week parenting program called Parenting in 2 Worlds (P2W), designed specifically for urban American Indian families. Researchers will compare it to a general health program in four U.S. cities with 1,440 parent-teen pairs. The goal is to see if P2W improves …

This study looks at how different amounts of water and non-sugar drinks affect hydration, blood sugar, and heart health in 144 adults. Participants will follow specific drinking plans over several weeks. The goal is to see if simply drinking more fluids—with or without sweeteners…

This study tests a web-based program called Stand & Move at Work to help office workers reduce sitting time. About 4,800 employees from different companies will use the program, with some workplaces also getting extra support from an expert. Researchers will measure changes in si…