The Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology (RST) is recruiting research participants for the following research studies. Please review the studies below for details. If you are interested in learning more, reach out by phone or e-mail to the contact provided for that particular study.
Study Name: Technology and Disability Research Registry
Short Description: The purpose of the Technology and Disability Research (TDR) Registry is to support technology use among persons with disabilities by sharing technology-related research participation opportunities and educational information with persons with disabilities, caregivers, and professionals who provide health or social services to persons with disabilities.
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Study Name: Smart Speaker and Skill Use: What Do We Know?
Short Description: The purpose of this study is to help us learn about persons with disabilities experiences using smart speaker skills.
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Study Name: ASSIST Functional Performance Index (AFPI) Reliability & Validity Study
Short Description: This research study is meant to help us evaluate the ASSIST service delivery model’s ability to support assessment of persons with physical disabilities independent living skills and introduction of mainstream smart home technology for use as assistive technology to support participation.
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Contact Name: Jessica Boateng
Contact E-mail: jsb145@pitt.edu
Study Name: WheelFit: Feasibility
Short Description: Are you 18-65 years old, have a spinal injury and use a manual wheelchair? You may be able to participate in a study to evaluate a fitness app called WheelFit, which allows you to monitor your daily physical activity and provides an adaptive workout library. The study will last for four weeks during which you will be expected to use WheelFit and attend five video-conference meetings. Compensation is provided.
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Contact Name: Zijian “Michael” Huang
Contact E-mail: zih15@pitt.edu
Also, be sure to check back for additional opportunities!