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Study Participants

Research studies at the Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies often include community participants.  Currently, we are enrolling participants for the following studies:


Free Treatment for Alcohol Dependence at Roger Williams Medical Center
We are seeking alcohol dependent individuals ages 18-64 to participate in an outpatient alcohol dependence treatment study evaluating the safety and effectiveness of a marketed medication for investigational use in alcohol dependence treatment. The medication may help individuals reduce their drinking and reduce cravings for alcohol. The study is conducted over a 13 week period by Brown University researchers at Roger Williams Medical Center and participation is confidential. Participants will receive study medication and outpatient study-related medical care including physical exam, blood and urine tests, and follow-up outpatient visits at no cost. Participants could receive a maximum compensation of $395 for transportation. For more information contact Diane at 401-456-2526 or email us at combinedprojects@brown.edu.

Non-Treatment Seeking Alcohol Dependent Persons Interested in a Lab Study at 121 South Main St: OS Study
We are seeking heavy drinking men and women ages 21-65 to participate in a NON-TREATMENT lab study at our 121 South Main Street site, examining the safety and efficacy of two marketed medications when consumed with alcohol. Study participation involves receiving medication and weekly visits over a 9-week period with one 30 day follow-up and participation is confidential. The study involves drinking alcohol during three of the sessions. Participants will receive study medication and study-related medical care including physical exam, blood and urine tests, and follow-up at no costs. Free parking or transportation provided if needed. Earn up to $562 if study completed!! Interested? Call Korto at 401-863-6688 or email us at combinedprojects@brown.edu.

Non-Treatment Seeking Alcohol Dependent Individuals Interested in a Lab Study at 121 South Main St: AT Study
We are also seeking very heavy alcohol drinking men and women ages 21-65 to participate in a NON-TREATMENT lab study examining the safety and efficacy of two marketed medications when consumed with alcohol. Study participation involves weekly visits over a 5-week treatment period, with one 30 day follow-up and participation is confidential. The study involves drinking alcohol during one of the sessions. Participants will receive study medication and outpatient study-related medical care including physical exam, blood and urine tests, and follow-up outpatient visits at no costs. Free parking and transportation are provided if needed. Up to $504 could be earned for completing the study. Interested? Call Blake at 401-863-6687 or email us at combinedprojects@brown.edu.

Teen smokers and nonsmokers, ages 14 – 19, needed to participate in a study about making choices.  Complete questionnaires and simple computer tasks at 2 sessions.  Transportation provided if needed.  Earn $50.  Parental permission required.  Interested?  Call or email today.  Ask for Amy at CHOICES, 401-863-6643 or 888-505-8336, or email us at ChoicesProject@Brown.edu.

The Research Department at the Providence VA Medical Center is seeking healthy adults ages 18-65 who are regular to heavy smokers to participate in a study looking at a medication to reduce the reinforcing effects of nicotine. The study involves 12 days on the study medication, and 2 laboratory sessions over about 2 weeks. Each laboratory session requires you to abstain from smoking for 8 hours. This is not a stop-smoking program, but a research study on the reinforcing effects of nicotine. You can earn up to $280 in merchandise certificates to area stores. For more information, contact Erin at 401-273-7100 ext. 3867.

We are seeking adult smokers with and without a diagnosis of schizophrenia for a research study on the effects of a well-known medication and a behavioral treatment for smoking. The study involves 9 visits over a 22 day period, plus 2 follow-up visits. You will receive a $25 gift card for the medical screening and between $300 and $580 for completing the study. Call Netesha at (401) 863-6463 for more information.

We are seeking adult cigarette smokers for a research study on the effects of the nicotine patch on cigarette smoking. This is not a treatment program. This study requires 7 visits. You must be available between 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. You can earn a $25 gift card for the medical screening plus $500 for completing the study. Call Vera at 401-863-6463 for more information.

We are seeking non-alcoholic participants, ages 21-65, for a research study that is measuring some of the behavioral effects of alcohol, and alcohol levels through the skin. Participants will be tested during 2 sessions (5-6 hours and 6-8 hours) in the research building at the Providence VA Hospital. Participation involves drinking alcohol mixed with fruit juice while wearing a device on the wrist and completing questionnaires. Participants will be compensated $100 cash. Lunch will also be provided. Participants must pass a screening (2 hours), including a blood test. For more information, please call 273-7100 x. 3860.

Adult smokers needed for a research study being conducted at the Brown University Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies. Participation will involve one in-person assessment. This study does not involve smoking cessation treatment. You will be compensated $20 in cash for one hour of participation. Please call (401) 863-6421 for more information.

Teen smokers, ages 14 – 18, needed to participate in a research study about quitting smoking. The study involves 6 sessions over a 21 day period, plus 1 follow-up session. Transportation provided if needed. Receive compensation of up to $310 for participation. Parental permission required. For more information, call Jessica at 401-863-6685.