Florida State University

This study tests whether an 8-week home-based breathing exercise called Inspiratory Muscle Strength Training (IMST) can reduce dementia risk in adults aged 60-80. Participants must have at least one risk factor for dementia, such as high blood pressure or mild memory problems. Th…

This study tests whether a time-efficient breathing muscle training can lower blood pressure in adults with obesity. About 44 participants with a BMI between 30 and 40 will do the training at home and have their blood pressure measured in the lab and at home. The goal is to see i…

This study tests a new weight loss program called SMARTer that starts with simple steps and adds more support only if needed. It compares this approach to a standard program and a self-guided option. About 492 adults with obesity will take part to see if SMARTer can help people l…

This study aims to help people who use cannabis daily and have trouble handling stress. Researchers will test a one-session computer program plus smartphone reminders to see if it reduces stress-related cannabis use. About 80 adults with Cannabis Use Disorder will participate, an…

This study looks at whether eating fresh watermelon every day for 6 weeks can improve gut health and heart health in young adults (ages 18–30) who are overweight or have obesity. Participants will eat either watermelon or a low-fat snack and have their gut bacteria, blood pressur…

This study tests a computer-based program (CAST) to reduce anxiety in older adults with mild cognitive impairment or early Alzheimer's disease, and to ease the burden on their care partners. About 388 pairs (patient and care partner) will take part. The program involves two sessi…

This study looks at how psychological treatments can help children aged 4 to 17 who struggle with severe irritability, anxiety, or depression. Researchers will test talk therapy and assessments to improve emotional control and behavior. The goal is to find better ways to ease sym…

This study tests whether listening to a short mindfulness audio while waiting for an orthopedic appointment can reduce pain. About 400 adults will be randomly assigned to either the mindfulness exercise or a standard injury management talk. The goal is to see if this simple, no-d…

This study tests a new online program called FAST that teaches college students skills to handle stress and build resilience. About 105 students will either take FAST or a relaxation course and answer surveys over 4 weeks. The goal is to see if FAST improves sleep, anxiety, lonel…

This study tests two short behavioral treatments—mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral therapy—for adults with chronic pain. Both are offered in English and Spanish. The goal is to see which approach is more feasible and acceptable, and how well they reduce pain, depression, and a…

This study tests if a small, non-invasive device that stimulates a nerve in the ear can help breast cancer survivors manage pain, anxiety, depression, and fatigue from home. Researchers will enroll 40 survivors who have completed primary cancer treatment and still have moderate p…

This study tests whether combining two proven treatments—computer-based memory training and parent behavior coaching—works better than either alone for children aged 8-12 with ADHD. The goal is to improve attention, reduce oppositional behavior, and ease family stress. About 200 …

This study tests a 12-week telephone program where veterans with heart failure work with a nurse to solve problems related to their health. The goal is to improve self-care, reduce symptoms of heart failure, and ease depression and anxiety. Researchers will follow participants fo…

This study tests whether mindfulness meditation can reduce chronic low back pain in adults aged 50 and older. Researchers will track pain levels and explore how the gut-brain connection plays a role. 66 participants will practice meditation for 8 weeks, and the goal is to see if …

This study tests if text messages can help people with Generalized Anxiety Disorder worry less. Researchers will compare a text-based program that helps people stop worry-related habits to a relaxation technique. The goal is to see if this simple, low-cost approach can ease anxie…

This study compares a single 2-hour online mindfulness session to an 8-week program for people with chronic muscle or joint pain. Researchers want to see if the shorter training works just as well and is easier to stick with. About 39 adults will join, and they will fill out surv…

This study tests whether a very short (7-minute) mindfulness exercise can help reduce pain and anxiety in adults undergoing kyphoplasty or radiofrequency ablation for back pain. About 80 participants will be randomly assigned to receive the mindfulness intervention or standard ca…

This study tests a speech therapy and counseling program designed for Korean immigrants with Parkinson's disease who have trouble speaking clearly (dysarthria). About 32 patients and their caregivers will receive culturally tailored therapy online. The goal is to see if this appr…

This study is for adults aged 50 to 85 with chronic low back pain and mild to moderate depression. Participants will practice mindfulness meditation at home while using a small device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear. The goal is to see if this combination can reduce pai…

This study looks at whether text messages or a built-in game can get Black male college students to use a mindfulness app more often. The goal is to see if these features help reduce risky drinking. About 40 participants will use the app for 28 days and complete surveys.

This study looks at how body composition, sleep, diet, and physical fitness are connected in ROTC cadets. Researchers will test body fat, muscle quality, and fitness levels, and ask cadets about their sleep and eating habits. The goal is to find better ways to measure body compos…

This study looks at why obesity damages small blood vessels in muscle, leading to health problems like heart disease. Researchers will measure harmful molecules and blood flow in the muscles of 25 obese adults before and after an 8-week exercise program. The goal is to understand…

This study looks at whether a type of brain stimulation can help people with depression who have trouble feeling pleasure (anhedonia). Researchers will give 72 participants five days of stimulation and measure changes in brain activity and mood. The goal is to understand how brai…

This study looks at whether teaching healthy young adults to eat more potassium-rich foods is easier and better for their blood vessels than telling them to cut back on salt. Researchers will compare the two diet approaches over six months, checking things like blood pressure and…

This study uses transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and MRI to see how stimulating certain brain areas affects attention and control. About 40 healthy adults aged 18-30 will participate. The goal is to learn how the brain works, not to treat any disease.

This study looks at whether eating peanut butter every day for eight weeks can improve gut and metabolic health in children aged 6 to 13. Researchers will compare a group eating peanut butter to a group eating a nut-free chocolate spread. They will measure changes in gut bacteria…

This study looks at how body composition (muscle vs fat) affects physical performance in college cheerleaders and dancers who are at a normal weight. Researchers will measure jump height, muscle strength, sleep quality, and nutrition habits over 7 days. The goal is to understand …

This study looks at whether resistance training (like lifting weights) can improve how fat is broken down in obese postmenopausal women who have prediabetes. Researchers will measure fat metabolism before and after 12 weeks of training. The goal is to find a practical way to prev…

This study tests a new method to personalize TMS (a brain stimulation therapy) for people with PTSD, with or without mild traumatic brain injury. Researchers will use a brain imaging technique called fNIRS to directly measure brain activity and adjust the TMS dose for each person…

This study looks at whether doing handgrip exercises can improve how well blood flows to the brain in people who don't exercise much. Researchers will measure brain blood vessel function in 40 inactive adults aged 18-35 before and after a training program. The goal is to see if t…

This study looks at how certain brain signals relate to working memory—the ability to hold information in mind. Researchers will measure brain activity in 30 healthy adults aged 18-35 while they perform memory tasks. The goal is to understand which brain patterns are key for memo…

This study looks at whether a common dietary fiber called beta-glucan can help the immune system recognize and kill cancer cells. Healthy adults will take beta-glucan or a placebo daily for 4 weeks and do three exercise tests. Researchers will measure changes in immune cells from…

This study aims to understand how being overweight or obese changes the way your heart and blood vessels respond during different breathing exercises and physical activity. Researchers will measure blood pressure in 80 healthy adults while they rest, exercise, and perform special…

This study looks at how stress influences the urge to use cannabis in people with Cannabis Use Disorder. Researchers will give participants drugs that mimic stress and measure their brain activity, choices, and blood levels of natural cannabinoids. The goal is to understand the c…

This study tests whether a simple, home-based breathing exercise program can improve brain function and reduce inflammation in adults with obesity. Researchers will measure changes in blood flow to the brain and immune system activity before and after 8 weeks of training. The goa…