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VOLUNTEER
FOR IMPORTANT
RESEARCH
PROJECTS
April student broadcast
STUDENT VOLUNTEERS – APRIL 2021

*Click any study below to get more information.
Does virtual reality enhance pain modulation during isometric exercise for Achilles
tendinopathy (AT)? ............................................................................................................... 3

Australian Residential Burglary: Self-Protective Behaviour and Security Opportunities ......... 3

Understanding Caregivers’ Beliefs About Oral & Dietary Habits For Their Young First
Peoples Children................................................................................................................... 4

The implementation of online learning in conventional higher education institutions during the
spread of COVID-19: a comparative study (Griffith University and Ajman University (UAE) . 4

STILL OPEN FOR VOLUNTEERS ....................................................................................... 5

Investigating your movement in the workplace ...................................................................... 5

Understanding doctor behaviours that predict working alliance and patient outcomes: from a
chronic illness patients’ perspective ...................................................................................... 5

Young carers ........................................................................................................................ 6

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Research     Does virtual reality enhance pain modulation during
                   isometric exercise for Achilles tendinopathy (AT)?
      Types of     People over 18 years of age with symptoms of AT (localised pain on palpation &
    volunteers     activity) for a minimum of 8 weeks. Pain intensity >30/100 during single leg calf
                   raise exercises. Ability to independently read and understand study and
                   complete questionnaires in English.
   Description     The main aim of this study is to investigate the immediate effects of exercise on
                   Achilles tendinopathy pain. Past research has shown that exercises such as calf
                   raises have decreased Achilles tendinopathy pain over a long period of time (i.e.
                   12 weeks), however research is limited and conflicting regarding the immediate
                   response that exercise has on Achilles tendinopathy pain. In this study we will
                   be utilising exercise as a treatment in two different settings, and pain sensory
                   tests to help us quantify each participants' pain levels. There will also be a few
                   questionnaires for the successful participant to fill in on the day relating to their
                   pain experience, activity levels, etc. There will also be the option for participants
                   to participate in an additional component to this study which relates to pain
                   science. It involves a cold hand immersion bath that is temperature regulated to
                   8 degrees Celsius. If participants choose (and are eligible) for this portion of the
                   study, they will be asked to submerge their hand for up to 90s. During this time,
                   further sensory tests will be performed, and data will be collected.
       What is     A research investigator will contact you via the phone to determine eligibility (via
  required and     a series of questions) into the study. Successful participants will be asked to
how long will it   attend 1x 2hr session on campus (GC). During the study the participant will
         take?     undertake a series of exercise protocols accompanied by pre and post sensory
                   tests to determine treatment effects.
      Incentive    $50 Coles/ Myer giftcard & an information pamphlet discussing the latest
                   evidence on managing Achilles tendinopathy
         Apply     Please contact Amy Donnelly at amy.donnelly2@griffithuni.edu.au or phone
                   0422791944.
HREC approval      GUHREC 2020/938

     Research      Australian Residential Burglary: Self-Protective
                   Behaviour and Security Opportunities
      Types of     Anyone over the age of 18 years who is a current Australian Resident.
    volunteers

   Description     The purpose of this research project is to examine Australian resident’s home
                   security usage and installation, perceptions of crime and the use of self-
                   protective behaviours. This research project is being conducted as part of a
                   Griffith University Criminology and Criminal Justice Honours dissertation.
       What is     Read and complete a consent form and complete an 80 question online survey
  required and     that takes approximately 10 minutes.
how long will it
         take?

      Incentive    Knowing you have contributed useful information about this problem
         Apply     For more information on this project please contact Mrs Trins Nilsson at
                   T.nilsson@griffith.edu.au. To complete the online survey, click on this link.
        HREC       GUHREC 2021/151
      approval

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Research      Understanding Caregivers’ Beliefs About Oral &
                   Dietary Habits For Their Young First Peoples
                   Children
      Types of     Parents and caregivers of young First Peoples children aged 2-6 years
    volunteers

   Description     We are seeking parents or caregivers of First Peoples children aged 2-6-years
                   to participate in a study involving 2 online surveys about young children’s oral
                   health behaviours. Your responses will help the research team to understand the
                   factors that may influence the things you do to promote oral and dietary health
                   for your child. This may inform the development of culturally specific intervention
                   programs aimed at supporting caregivers to promote these healthy behaviours
                   for their child.
       What is     Participation involves completing 2 online surveys: an initial survey now (10-15
  required and     mins), and a brief follow-up survey in 4 weeks (5 mins).
how long will it
         take?

      Incentive    All participants will be offered a $25 Coles-Myer gift card after completing both
                   surveys.
         Apply     To complete the online survey, click on this link.
        HREC       GUHREC 2019/219
      approval

     Research      The implementation of online learning in
                   conventional higher education institutions during the
                   spread of COVID-19: a comparative study (Griffith
                   University and Ajman University (UAE)
      Types of     Students at Griffith University in the following Schools:
    volunteers     AEL: School EPS, Humanities, Languages and Social science, Griffith Law
                   School
                   HEALTH: School dentistry & oral health, Medicine, Pharmacy and pharmacology
                   SCIENCES: Engineering and Built environment, ICT
   Description     Aim: To explore the reality of the experience of undertaking online learning in
                   various higher education institutions during the spread of the virus COVID-19,
                   thereby contributing to the ongoing evolution of learning and teaching online.
       What is     10-15 minutes of your time to complete an anonymous online survey.
  required and
how long will it
         take?
     Incentive     Knowing your experiences contribute to the continual improvement of learning
                   and teaching online
         Apply     To complete the survey, click here.

        HREC       GUHREC 2021/186
      approval

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STILL OPEN FOR VOLUNTEERS

     Research      Investigating your movement in the workplace
      Types of     Males aged 18 years and above who self-describe as having a highly sedentary
    volunteers     job (i.e., sit for at least 75% of your working day); work full-time from either home
                   or a commercial office
   Description     The current study aims to qualitatively explore the perceived feasibility, barriers
                   and opportunities for increasing physical activity within your work environment.

       What is     Participation will involve completing an online registration form followed by
  required and     taking part in a phone interview lasting around 60minutes.
how long will it
         take?
     Incentive     To thank you for your participation, you will receive a $30 Coles/Myer Voucher.
         Apply     To complete the online registration form, please click on this link.
                   If you have any questions please contact Kailas by email:
                   kailas.jenkins@griffithuni.edu.au
        HREC       GUHREC 2020/401
      approval

     Research      Understanding doctor behaviours that predict
                   working alliance and patient outcomes: from a
                   chronic illness patients’ perspective
      Types of     Those who have a chronic illness who are over 18 years of age, or a student at
    volunteers     Griffith University.

   Description     To investigate the link between physician behaviours and patient outcomes. This
                   study looks at investigating doctor behaviours and their impact on patient
                   outcomes. This is done by asking participants to answer questions related to
                   behaviours their doctor uses, questions related to self-efficacy, and questions
                   related to their health and overall wellbeing.
       What is     Complete a 30-minute online survey
  required and
how long will it
         take?

      Incentive    Chance to win 1 of 3 $100 gift cards.
         Apply     To complete the survey, click here

        HREC       GUHREC 2019/982
      approval

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Research      Young carers
      Types of     Young carers, under 25.
    volunteers

   Description     This research will examine caring and support for young carers in Australia and
                   some of the challenges that young carers might experience.
                   Prior international research has found that young carers (aged under 25 years)
                   experience a range of positive aspects of their caring role but may also
                   experience negative impacts on their individual and social well-being and their
                   education and employment outcomes. There has been limited information about
                   young carers in Australia.

       What is     You will be asked to complete a survey. This will take 20 minutes of your time
  required and     (approximately).
how long will it
         take?
     Incentive     Prize value increased! You may also enter into a prize draw to win one of four
                   $100 Coles or Kmart store vouchers.
         Apply     Please complete the online survey here.

        HREC       GUHREC 2020/786
      approval

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