Brain scanning studies for adults

Participate in MRI studies at the Kennedy Krieger Institute!

We are recruiting adult participants for an MRI study on social and physical cognition.

Eligibility: You may be eligible if you are a healthy adult between 18 and 45 years of age with normal or corrected to normal vision.

Study participation: The study will take place at the Kennedy Krieger Institute and last around 2.5 hours. Participants will undergo MRI scanning while reading sentences, watching videos, and answering questions. You can contact us at jhuliulab@gmail.com with any questions.

If you are interested, please fill out our participation form.

Frequently Asked Questions

If your question is not listed here, reach out to us at jhuliulab@gmail.com!

Where is the MRI scan located?

We partner with the Kennedy Krieger Institute (located at 707 N Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21205). Researchers will arrive ahead of your scan and wait for you in the lobby so that we can bring you to the scanner once you arrive inside.

What happens to my brain data?

We remove any identifiable information from your scans (and remove all facial information from the scan). We use the data specifically for our analyses, and after our project is complete, we share the anonymized data with other neuroscience researchers using the website OpenNeuro. This is an important part of the scientific process, as it allows other researchers to check our work and conduct new experiments on the same data.

Will I receive any compensation for my time?

Participants will receive a $70 Amazon giftcard.

What if I need to cancel or reschedule?

Please let us know if you think you will need to cancel/reschedule more than five business days before your scan. Otherwise, the lab will still be billed for the scan--which is very expensive!

Can I still get an MRI if I have a metal implant?

Usually, no. When you volunteer, you will need to complete a screening form prior to the scan concerning metal inside your body. Some metal, like braces or crowns, are OK. Please be up front with any metal implants you have.

Can I still get an MRI scan if I am pregnant?

No. Some locations allow pregnant individuals to receive an MRI scan, and although there has been no health problems associated with pregnant women receiving MRI scans, we still do not allow pregnant individuals to receive an MRI scan.