UMass Boston

Research Participant Opportunities

UMass Boston is always looking for members of the UMass Boston community to participate in a wide variety of research studies. Take a look at these opportunities and see if any are a match. 

If you are a UMass Boston researcher interested in posting your research study on this page, please submit a request form.

Currently Seeking Participants

Act It Out: Making UMB Classrooms Equitable, Inclusive, and Participatory Learning Spaces

Project Description 
We are looking for graduate students of color from the College of Liberal Arts and the College of Education and Human Development to participate in a focus group. In appreciation of your participation, you will receive a $100 VISA gift card. Please complete this short intake survey.

Contact Info  
Principal Investigator:  Karime Parodi
College/Department:  College of Education and Human Development/ School for Global Inclusion and Social Development
Campus Phone Number:  310-346-0400
Study Coordinator:  Kohinur Khyum
Preferred Email:  karime.parodi@umb.edu

 

Posted: 2/12/26

Effects of Age, Sex and Isometric Exercise on Ventricular-Vascular Interactions during Cardiac Unloading

Project Description 
The Integrative Human Physiology Lab seeks healthy young (18-40) and older (≥60) adults for a study on heart-vessel communication during low blood pressure events, such as standing up quickly. Participants will visit the lab twice, lie in a vacuum chamber mimicking this condition, and have heart function, arterial stress, and blood pressure measured. We will also test if handgrip exercise prevents sudden BP drops. Visits last 1½ hours. Participants will receive a total of $ 60 in gift cards.

Please contact Joao L. Maroco at joao.maroco001@umb.edu if interested. 

 
Contact Info 
Principal Investigator:  Bo Fernhall
College/Department:  Exercise and Health Sciences
Campus Phone Number:  777-389-3389
Study Coordinator:  Joao L. Maroco
Preferred Email:  joao.maroco001@umb.edu

 

 

Posted: 2/12/26

Hypertension-Related Cardiovascular Knowledge, Cardiovascular Risk Perception, and Life’s Essential 8 Behaviors Among Emerging Adults

Looking for adults or students aged 18-29 years

Project Description 
 Participation involves completing a 15–20-minute online survey.
Compensation: $15 Amazon gift card
Participation is voluntary and anonymous.
SURVEY LINK

Contact Info  
Principal Investigator:  Dennis Miezah
College/Department: Department of Nursing, Manning College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Study Coordinator:  Oluwaseunfunmi Joy Omidiji

 

Posted: 2/12/26

The Impact of Cultural and Racism-Related Experiences (CARE) on Mental Health and Well-being for People of Color

Looking for person of color age 18 years or older 
 
Project Description 
If you identify as a person of color and are 18 years or older, you are invited to participate in a confidential, voluntary online research study to understand how people of color manage their mental health.

The study takes about 50 minutes to complete. You can choose to be entered into a raffle for one of four $50 awards or receive extra credit from a course if your professor is awarding extra credit for participating in studies.

If interested, view survey. 
 
Contact Info  
Department of Psychology
Study Coordinator:  Lisa Nakamura

 

Posted: 2/12/26

Faculty Digital Competencies: The Need for Sustained Digital Engagement and Continuous Learning

Looking for UMass Boston undergraduate and graduate students
 
Project Description 
Students are invited to participate in a research study by completing an anonymous online survey that will take about 5–10 minutes. No names, emails, or identifying information will be collected. The survey asks about your learning experiences, confidence with technology, and areas where additional support may be helpful.

Survey link
 
Contact Info
Principal Investigator:  Jouliana Bosneva
Title:  Doctoral Student
College/Department:  Research & Strategic Initiatives

 

2/12/26

Listening to Heal: Building Restorative Community and Support Spaces for Women of Color Students

Looking for Undergraduate and graduate students at UMass Boston who identify as women of color and are 18 years of age or older.

 Project Description 
You are invited to participate in a focus group for women of color students at UMass Boston. The session will explore student experiences related to belonging, support, and campus climate. Participation is voluntary and involves a 60–90 minute discussions. Participants will receive a $25 gift card. Undergraduate and graduate students who identify as women of color and are 18 or older are eligible. Please contact the Principal Investigator if interested at afsana.alam001@umb.edu.
 
Contact Info  
Principal Investigator:  Afsana Alam
College/Department:  McCormack Graduate School of Policy and Global Studies
Campus Phone Number:  740-331-5103

Posted: 2/26/26