Research Drives Our Engine of Wellness
As part of the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, research plays a vital role in all of our programs, services, and activities. Our researchers work side by side with clinicians, coaches, and trainers to develop and deliver innovative programs that provide whole-person wellness.
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PARTICIPATE IN RESEARCH
Browse the categories below to find a study that interests you. Many studies fall under multiple categories, so be sure to review each study’s specific eligibility requirements, benefits, and compensation (if applicable). To apply, follow the instructions and link to the screening survey provided on the study’s page. Contact information is listed on each page if you have questions about a specific study. If you’d like to be contacted about future studies or have general questions, please complete the questionnaire at the bottom of this page.
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Weight Loss Studies
Participate in a research study evaluating an intermittent fasting eating plan for adults with breast cancer.
Requirements - 18-65 years old; BMI 25-45
Status: Paused Recruitment Until Next Group
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Weight loss program led by a Registered Dietitian. We provide a 12 month diet and exercise program that follows daily calorie restriction -or- time restricted eating (limiting eating to an 8 hour window each day).
Requirements - 18-65 years old; BMI 27-45
Status: Closed for Recruitment
Transformative initiative to find the best weight loss strategies across the globe.
Requirements – Open to all
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Physical Activity Studies
This study plans to learn more about whether exercise can help protect the body from health problems that happen when a person’s sleep and daily schedule are out of sync with their natural body clock.
Requirements – Are between 18 to 40 years old; Have a BMI between 18.5 and 40; Are physically inactive; Have no plans to move within the next 6 months and no plans on traveling for more than 2 weeks within the next 3 months.
Status: Actively Recruiting
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Help us learn more about the difference between morning exercise and nighttime exercise in fed and fasted states.
Requirements – Age: 18-40; BMI: 18.5-40
Status: Closed for Recruitment
Nutrition and Appetite Studies
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A 6-month program offered alongside the BfitBwell cancer exercise program to help people living with and beyond cancer to improve their diet and physical activity patterns.
Requirements – Age: 18-75 years; BMI: 25-45 kg/m2, Diagnosis of any adult cancer within the past 10 years and have finished with all planned surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy
Status: Actively Recruiting
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A qualitative study to talk to providers and patients at Children’s Hospital Colorado to co-design a nutrition and lifestyle program for childhood cancer survivors and their families.
Requirements – Are 18 or older; Parent or legal guardian of a child who has been treated for childhood cancer; Speak English; Have access to the internet and a smartphone or are able to come to the CU Anschutz campus; Interest in participating in interviews to co-design a nutrition and lifestyle program for childhood cancer survivors
Status: Actively Recruiting
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This study explores appetite and metabolism after stopping tirzepatide, with lifestyle support to help maintain weight loss.
Requirements – 20-60 years old, non-smoker, and do not have type-1 or type-2 diabetes.
Status: Actively Recruiting
Participants must already have a tirzepatide prescription to be eligible. This study does not provide tirzepatide.
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