study participation

Development of an Artificial Intelligence Chatbot Supporting Coaching and Optimal Service for Individuals with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities

A team from the University of Alberta is attempting to improve the life outcomes of families affected by Neurodevelopmental Disorders by developing a chatbot. The verification of engagement strategies used in the Chatbot is critical to improving families’ experiences with the application. What the participants will do? The focus group is a one-time 45-60 minute [...]

Nicolas Turgeon-Morin2020-09-21T07:07:54-08:00September 21st, 2020|News|

Neuro Nexus 2020: Challenge Recruitment

Neuro Nexus is a University of Calgary endorsed organization that organizes a Health Hack Competition every Fall. This year, Neuro Nexus will be a virtual hackathon program designed to spark collaboration across disciplines and tackle complex challenges in brain science and mental health. We connect experts in frontline, clinical, and academic practice with motivated, [...]

Nicolas Turgeon-Morin2020-08-26T08:22:17-08:00August 24th, 2020|News|

Better Nights, Better Days Research Program Recruitment

An Online Behavioural Treatment for Pediatric Sleep Issues in Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders Up to 90% of Canadian children with neurodevelopmental disorders (NDD) experience insomnia symptoms including trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, and/or waking too early. Insomnia can have a significant impact on children’s daytime functioning. Poor sleep can lead to increased challenges with learning, [...]

Nicolas Turgeon-Morin2020-08-24T13:43:20-08:00August 24th, 2020|News|

Study of Emotional Well-Being of Children with Severe Motor and Speech Impairments

Hello All, Queen’s Unviersity want to know more about the emotional well-being 😊🙁😳😋😘 of children/youth (5-25 years old) with severe motor and speech/communication impairments. Involvement includes taking confidential pictures and videos, then explaining your memories of your child to a PhD student in a video meeting. Phase 1: Photovoice involvement of primary guardian and child [...]

Nicolas Turgeon-Morin2020-08-18T12:57:47-08:00August 18th, 2020|News|

Life Beyond Trauma

Research program for parents of neurodiverse children Survey Rewards and challenges in parenting Takes 30 min; confidential Chance to win $100 gift card Participate https://redcap.ualberta.ca/surveys/?s=FRTCNX7FTR 1-on-1 e-health program Talk about rewarding and traumatic experiences in your life and in parenting 12 video calls with a coach Highly confidential & free of cost Canada-wide Learn more [...]

Nicolas Turgeon-Morin2020-07-15T14:07:19-08:00July 10th, 2020|News|

BEST SIBS Study

BrothErs and Sisters involvement in health care TranSition for youth wIth Brain-based disabilitieS (BEST SIBS) Study We are looking for siblings to take part in a research study to understand their experiences with their brother or sister with a brain-based disability who is preparing for health care transition in Ontario. [...]

Nicolas Turgeon-Morin2021-01-19T13:45:52-08:00April 16th, 2020|News|

Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Pregnancy

MotherToBaby Pregnancy Study is seeking pregnant women to volunteer for valuable research on autoimmune diseases and their treatments. COVID-19 in Pregnancy Registry Who can participate? Women who have a suspected or confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19 within 30 days of the first day of their last menstrual period (LMP) or anytime in pregnancy will qualify for [...]

Nicolas Turgeon-Morin2020-04-16T12:14:05-08:00April 16th, 2020|News|