Participate in Research

Current Study Participation Opportunities

We're recruiting! Click on the links below to see our flyers, and contact us if you're interested in participating! Email Lina Reiss at reiss@ohsu.edu, or call the lab at 503 494-5868.

All Children Ages 6-8 - Development Study

Adults ages 18 and older

Adults ages 18-75 years - Normal Hearing
Adults ages 18-75 years- Hearing Aids
Adults ages 18-75 years- Cochlear Implant and Hearing Aid
Adults ages 18-75 years- Bilateral Cochlear Implants

What to Expect at a Research Session

Typically, a research visit will involve:

Obtaining informed consent and HIPAA paperwork, and asking hearing related questions
Collecting an audiogram (hearing test)
Repeating words or sentences in the sound booth
Using a computer touch screen to select a word or sound heard in the sound booth
Breaks can be taken as needed

Amenities:

Complimentary coffee, tea, water, and snacks
Child-friendly sitting area right next to the booth for spouses, parents, and siblings
Children can choose stickers, games, and prizes as additional rewards.

Time Commitment and Scheduling:

Varies depending on the study. See flyers above.
May be scheduled on the same day as a clinic visit
Weekends and evenings also available

Compensation:

All subjects are compensated for their time in the study. See flyers above for more info.
Driving mileage and other transportation costs are also reimbursed.

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Maps, directions, and places to stay

Maps and Directions:

We are located in the Hatfield Research Building at the OHSU Marquam Hill campus. Take Elevator G (If coming from PPV and OHSU hospital, Elevator G is past the 9th floor Plaza Café) to the 4th floor. Our lab is in Room 463.

Map of OHSU Marquam Hill Campus

Parking Map with directions to the lab

Driving Directions to OHSU

Airports:
Portland International Airport (PDX)

Hotels:
Inn at Marquam Hill
Hotel Modera

Portland Bus, Streetcar & Lightrail Schedules:
Trimet

Taxis and Airport Shuttles:
Portland Taxi Cab
Simon Says Airport Shuttle