UF Brain Aging & Health Study
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Help Advance
Research on
Brain Aging
& Health

Seeking healthy adults ages 30-75 to help researchers support the future health of the autistic community.

Study Site

Gainesville, FL

Target Age

30-75 Years

Status

Healthy Controls

Duration

6-7 Hours

About the Study

Supporting the health of the autistic community.

The Neurocognitive and Behavioral Development Lab (NBD Lab) at UF is seeking healthy adults to serve as control participants.

This research explores how brain function, motor skills, and cognitive abilities change as we age to help develop better health markers and future outcomes.

Participation Details

What to expect during your visits

Initial Phase

Diagnostic screening and medical history evaluation.

Cognitive Assessment

Memory, thinking assessments, and motor skill tests.

Scientific Imaging

State-of-the-art Brain imaging (MRI & PET/CT).

Eligibility Requirements
  • Ages 30-75
  • No ASD diagnosis
  • Cooperative with MRI
  • English proficient
Participating Adult
Clinical Environment

Compensation

Valuing your time and contribution

Control participants who complete testing will receive study compensation of $250 plus $275 for PET and blood assessments, totaling up to $525.

Additional travel compensation is available based on distance, and for those traveling long distances, lunch, a 1-night hotel stay, or flight arrangements may be provided.

All procedures provided at no cost

Advance the science of healthy aging

Click below and complete our short screener to see if you qualify to join us.

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Common Questions

The study investigates how brain anatomy and function change over time as we age, specifically to understand and support the future health needs of the autistic community.

Testing takes place at the Florida Gymnasium and the McKnight Brain Imaging Center at the University of Florida Gainesville campus.

Yes. All research records are kept strictly confidential and are only accessible to authorized members of the UF research team.