University Of Ottawa

This pilot study tests whether time-restricted eating (eating all food within a 10-hour window each day) is feasible and acceptable for people with bipolar disorder. 40 participants will either follow the eating schedule or receive nutritional counseling for 8 weeks. The goal is …

This study is testing whether joining a community choir for 12 weeks can improve communication and emotional well-being in people who have aphasia (trouble speaking or understanding language) after a stroke. Fifty participants will be randomly assigned to either choir singing plu…

This study tests a therapy program (Parent-FORT) designed to help parents of childhood cancer survivors manage their intense fear that their child's cancer might return. About 36 parents in Canada will be randomly assigned to start the therapy right away or wait three months. The…

This study checks whether keeping indoor temperatures at 26°C is enough to protect young, habitually active adults from heat stress. Ten healthy volunteers aged 18-29 will spend 8 hours in a controlled warm room, either resting or doing light exercise while wearing extra clothing…

This study looks at whether a short, intense trampoline workout can cause urine leakage or changes in pelvic floor structure in active women aged 18-40 who say they don't have incontinence. Thirty participants will jump for 10 minutes while researchers use ultrasound to measure p…

This study looks at whether wearing a hijab (headscarf and cloak) makes it harder for the body to cool down during exercise in hot, dry weather. Twelve healthy women aged 18-35 will exercise in a 40°C room, both with and without a hijab. Researchers will measure body temperature,…

This study looks at whether the recommended indoor temperature limit of 26°C is safe for older adults (ages 65-85) when they do light activities or wear extra clothing. Ten participants will be exposed to 26°C for 8 hours under different conditions, including light exercise and a…

This study looks at whether keeping indoor temperatures at 26°C can prevent dangerous heat strain and mental fog in children aged 10-15 during a simulated school day. Ten kids will be exposed to both a mild (26°C) and a hot (36°C) room while their body temperature and mood are me…