Our Research
mind matter project strives to make joining or creating a research study as simple as possible.
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Joining an existing study means that you are part of a group has a private or partner study or you intend to join the General Study, which is open to everyone. If you are part of a Private or Partner Study, you will be provided with a study enrollment code and/or a special enrollment website.
General Study
The General Study is a research project open to any individual of any age, objective, or health condition.
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General Study Participants' data are aggregated and analyzed based on age, handedness, and gender.
Additional information volunteered by the Participant is added to their data profile for ongoing research.
General Study Objective
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To understand the effects of simple life choices on the brain at every stage of life across all demographics.
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As we collect more data across all age groups and conditions, mind matter project will assist the healthcare and general public with critical information on the effects of diet, exercise, and mindfulness.
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Additionally, with participant follow-up over time, we aspire to track brain activity and correlate to the participants' lifestyle.
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With the findings from the General Study, we will be able to provide science based recommendations to actively manage brain health and quality of life.
Partner Studies
Partner Studies are research projects designed to observe specific populations related to age, objectives, or health conditions.
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Partner Study Participants' data are aggregated and analyzed to understand the specific objectives of the partnership.
Additional information is typically required to better understand the study population and the impact of the study design.
Who are typical Partners?
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mind matter project partners fall into the following categories:
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academic teams supporting a department's charter
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scientific organizations seeking additional data to enrich their existing or developing research projects
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technology teams seeking to improve their understanding of the impact technology has on their clientele
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Partner project results are co-published with shared rights.
Private Studies
Private Studies are research projects designed to observe specific populations without an obligation to publish study findings.
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Private Study Participants' data are aggregated and analyzed to understand the specific objectives of the sponsor.
mind matter project retains the right to cleanse and add the private study data to the general study data, however, not the right to publish any findings or observations related to the private study without the express permission of the sponsor.
Why a Private Study?
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mind matter project private studies appeal to different organizations for a variety of reasons. Below are a few.
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forensic testing for class action lawsuits
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corporate employee benefits
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classified technology and scientific research
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confidentiality for a protected class
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mind matter project waives the right to publish any findings from Private Studies. In return, prior to any publications, the private study sponsor must review all articles, copy, and statistics with mind matter project.