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Brain Stimulation & Brain Imaging Study - Healthy participants

Volunteers needed for research studying Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), brain networks, & behavior. The study takes place at Harvard University, in Cambridge, MA. Total payment is up to $2000.

Massachusetts General Hospital MRI Scans
6 visits
Estimated Time Commitment
Any Sex/Gender, 18-50 years
May Be Eligible
Payment up to $2,000
May Be Offered
Survey, MRI scan
May Be Required
 
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Overview

What we are studying

Healthy volunteers are needed for a study conducted by Dr. Mark Eldaief of the Massachusetts General Hospital investigating how behavior and brain networks change following a non-invasive form of brain stimulation called Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). The effects of brain stimulation will be measured with Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). 


Why it is important


What we hope to accomplish

Principal Investigator

Mark Eldaief, MD

Massachusetts General Hospital

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Who can participate

In order to take part, you must:



  • Be between the ages of 18 and 50

  • Have no history of bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or depression

  • Have no history of seizures or a first-degree relative with seizures

  • Have no history of neurological or serious medical conditions and have never taken medications for these

  • Not be taking illegal drugs

  • Not have any implanted metallic or electronic devices (e.g., a pacemaker or neurostimulator)

  • Not be pregnant


Healthy Volunteers

Healthy volunteers are eligible for this study

What you may be asked to do

The research study will take place at the Center for Brain Sciences inside the Northwest Building at Harvard University, Cambridge, MA. Your participation will last approximately 2-3 months and will consist of 6 study visits, each lasting 4-5 hours. During visits, you will receive TMS and MRI imaging, and also fill out questionnaires about your mood. 


Project activities may include:

  • Survey
  • MRI scan

Estimated Time Commitment

6 visits

What You May Get

You will receive a payment of $200 for each visit that you complete, and you will be paid an additional sum for completing the entire study. Total payment is up to $2000. 

Location

Northwest Building
52 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138

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Travel

  • Accessible by public transportation
  • Parking available
  • Local travel reimbursed

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Additional Information

Participating Institutions


Funding Source

  • NIH or Other Federal
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