Volunteers needed for paid research study at UO

E 13th Ave near University, Eugene OR

Description

Participants: We are looking for adults (age 18-35) to participate in a research study looking at effects of two treatments (erythropoietin (EPO) and iron) on acute mountain sickness and exercise performance during a 14 day stay at altitude. This study includes testing both at sea level (Eugene, OR) and at altitude (Colorado). There will be 6 testing days and 10 days of drug testing over 4 weeks at sea level. You will then travel to Colorado for 14 days of testing at altitude that will occur in the Summer of 2022. You will also compete 1 day of follow up testing within 7 days of returning to sea level. Compensation up to $600 paid upon completion. Travel, lodging, and food expenses to/from and while in Colorado are paid for. The research team is following all local and CDC guidelines regarding COVID-19 to ensure this study is safe for all participants! Study Location: Sea level: Cardiopulmonary and Respiratory Physiology Lab, University of Oregon Altitude: Leadville or Breckenridge, CO Funding: This study is funded by Partnership for Clean Competition and United States Special Operations Command. Andrew Lovering, Ph.D. is the principal investigator for this study For more information please call or email the lab at: Office Phone: 541-346-0831 Email: [email protected]