Everyone experiences anxiety at some point in their lives. Some people get nervous before taking a test. Others get anxious when experiencing big life changes. However, for some people, their anxiety gets in the way of their daily life. This is called Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Within the last several decades, there have been new treatments developed to help adults living with GAD. But not all adults experience relief from their GAD symptoms with current treatments. Read More

-Adults 18 years or older
-Have been diagnosed with General Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
-Have taken at least two prescribed medications for their GAD without experiencing symptom relief

We want to learn how MICU nurses think and feel about trauma-informed care and using physical restraints. Read More

Registered nurse caring for adult patients in the MICU

We want to learn what parents use to help their kids sleep better. Many families try melatonin, allergy medications, or other sleep aids, but we don’t know much about what parents actually use or if it works. Read More

Child 3 years of age or older
Parent is 18 years of age or older
Child has had sleep problems within the last 6 months
Child is a patient at the UBMD pediatric otolaryngology clinic

People with obesity have a higher risk of getting sick or even dying in extreme heat. We know obesity makes it harder for the body to stay cool, but we don’t fully understand why. Read More

18-44 years old
Consider yourself healthy
2 groups:
Males with less than 18% body fat, females with less than 31% body fat
Males with 26.5% body fat or higher, and females with 39% body fat or highe

Anxiety and depression are conditions that affect people from all walks of life. These conditions can impact a person's mood, physical health, sleep, and relationships. In the past, research has focused on learning more about the causes of these conditions. This has allowed doctors and scientists to develop new treatments to help with symptoms common to these conditions. Read More

-Adults 18-30 years old -Have been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder or depression OR have been experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depression without a diagnosis -Native English speakers (no other languages spoken before age 2) -Have normal hearing

As we approach mid-life, our bodies begin to change. Women experience menopause and men experience andropause. These changes can impact our moods, physical health, and overall well-being. These changes can sometimes put stress on relationships and make it difficult for partners to communicate effectively. However, there is currently not a good way to support couples experiencing these changes. Read More

-Couples aged 40 to 60 years old
-Both partners are experiencing symptoms common to menopause (for example, hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes) or andropause (for example, changes in energy levels, physical strength, or sexual well-being)
-Live in the United States
-Can speak, read, and write in English
Contact: Juseung Lee Juseungl@buffalo.edu 716-645-0133

Coughing is a common symptom of many conditions. However, for people living with chronic respiratory diseases (or those that can worsen lung function over time), coughs can tell a doctor how a patient is doing or if their condition is getting worse. Read More

-Adults 18 years or older
-Healthy adults OR adults diagnosed with a chronic respiratory disease (such as asthma, COPD, or long-COVID)
-Fluent in English

we are doing an anonymous survey about moral distress and resilience among child neurology and neurodevelopmental disabilities residents. Read More

PGY3 and above residents in child neurology and neurodevelopmental disabilities

This study looks at whether thinking about positive life events influences someone’s choice to be physically active. This could help us learn new ways to encourage healthy habits. Read More

- 18 to 24 years old
- Live a lifestyle where you are sitting a lot
- Want to change your lifestyle to become more physically activity
- Able to safely participate in physical activity

We want to learn how people feel after having robotic sacral colpopexy surgery. This is a kind of surgery that helps support the pelvic organs. We will ask patients about their quality of life, pelvic pain, and sexual health. Our goal is to understand how people are doing months or years after surgery. Read More

Between 18 and 90 years old
Had Robotic Sacral Colpexy surgery between 2012 and 2024