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Mitochondrial Daily Energy Expenditure Study
MDEE Study
| Sponsor: | Baszucki Group and A Pilot & Feasibility Grant from P30 DK026687-44 |
| Enrolling: | Male and Female Patients |
| Study Length: | 3 Days |
| Clinic Visits: | 2 |
| IRB Number: | AAAT5410 |
| Contact: | Samantha Leonard: 646-774-8932 / sal2246@cumc.columbia.edu |
Additional Study Information:
The goal of the MDEE study is to understand how cellular structures called mitochondria, emotions, and sleep influence energy expenditure. You may be eligible to participate if you are a woman or man between the ages of 18 to 65, and willing to visit Columbia University Irving Medical Center. We are recruiting individuals without any diagnoses and individuals with the following mtDNA mutations: m.3243AG (MELAS); Single, large scale deletion (CPEO). In this study you will sleep overnight at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, have body measurements taken, give blood and saliva, and complete questionnaires. Participants who complete this research study receive a compensation of $400.
Do You Qualify?
| Are you willing to provide saliva samples and have a venous catheter installed for blood collections during the hospital visit? | Yes | No |
| Are you willing to participate in all study measures for collection of study data, both during the hospital visit and at home? | Yes | No |
| Are you a night shift worker? | Yes | No |
| Do you have a current diagnosis of cancer or chronic inflammatory disorders? | Yes | No |
| Do you currently use nicotine or tobacco products? | Yes | No |