Volunteers aged 35 to 55 needed for a research study on the effects of nicotine on brain function. We will be taking pictures of your brain to look at this potential effect. Compensation will be $20 for the screen visit, $70 for the second visit and $100 for the third visit, with a chance to earn up to $50 more on computer tasks.

The study includes:
• One 2-hour screening visit
• Two 6-hour Scan Visits, during which you will complete tasks, questionnaires, and a 1-hour MRI scan

Participants must meet the following criteria:
- Between the ages of 35-55
- No significant medical or psychiatric illness
- Have no metal in your body

If interested, please call Julia at (617) 643-4689 or email jpstern@partners.org for additional information. Please mention that you are responding to the NICOTINE study in your email or call.

Institution  –  MGH - Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA; McLean Hospital, Belmont, MA

Principal Investigator  – Anne E Evins, MD, MPH

  

For further information about enrolling a patient in this trial, contact the person below.

Name  – Julia P Stern

Phone  – 6176434689