Participate in Research

Advanced meditators needed for Vanderbilt neuroimaging study

Vanderbilt IRB: 202527

Clinical Trials: NCT04506892

Help us understand how mindfulness meditation affects brain function and behavior

You may qualify if you:
– are between 18-45 years old
– Healthy
– Frequently practice Mindfulness-based meditation

The study will involve:
– Participants are required to complete two magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans: one during sleep and one during mindful meditation
– Participants can earn up to $250 if you qualify and complete all testing

Contact:
– If you would like to participate in this study, please complete the pre-study screening survey using this
link: MEDITATION EXPERIENCES SURVEY

The survey link has been converted into a QR code, which can now be scanned by a device that has an app capable of reading QR codes. Once the QR code below is scanned, it should take the respondent directly to the survey in a web browser.

– If you are interested in learning more about this study, please contact: Maria Garza @ [email protected]

Funding by NCCIH 1R01AT011456-01

Do you have symptoms of anxiety or depression?

Vanderbilt IRB: 181175

Clinical Trials: NCT03571386

We are currently recruiting subjects to volunteer for a study investigating changes in brain structure and function as a result of integrative health practices designed to treat symptoms of anxiety and depression. 

You may qualify if you:
– are between 18-55 years old
– You have symptoms of anxiety and/or depression
– You are able and willing to complete an in-person 8-week group course

The study will involve:
– Attending an 8-week course (1 class/week, up to 45 minutes/day of homework throughout 8 weeks)
designed to treat anxiety and depression at no cost to you.
– Three laboratory visits (one before the course, one after the course, and one 6-month follow-up),
where you will complete self-report questionnaires and computer tasks with electroencephalography
(EEG) . These are non-invasive methods for looking at brain activity.
You will be compensated:
– Participants can earn up to $80 if you qualify and complete all testing

– If you are interested in learning more about this study, please contact Dr. Vago @ [email protected]

Funding by NCCIH F31AT010299-02

THIS STUDY IS CURRENTLY CLOSED

Want to Get Involved in Contemplative Neuroscience Research? Are you a Meditation Practitioner?

Vanderbilt IRB: 181562

THIS STUDY IS CURRENTLY CLOSED