Brown Fat Research Study! PAID

New York City NY

Description

Researchers at The Rockefeller University Hospital are seeking to learn more about brown fat – a ‘good fat’ made by the body that may protect us from conditions such as obesity. Researchers are studying the proteins and hormones the body normally releases into the blood when brown fat is stimulated by cold exposure. You may be eligible if you: • Between ages 18 and 28 • Lean, normal weight (BMI between 18.4 and 25) Participation includes: • Study visit 1 - conducted via telephone or online (<1 hour) • Study visit 2 - conducted in-person study at The Rockefeller University (4-5 hours) • Wearing a cooling jacket (which feels cold) for 3 hours • Blood work, drawn before and after wearing the cooling jacket If you are interested, please contact the Recruitment Office at 1-800-RUCARES ( ).