Institute of Mountain Emergency Medicine - News & Events - We are looking for volunteers for a physiological study
We are looking for volunteers for a physiological study
Spend a night at high-altitude to understand immunological & cerebrovascular changes.
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We are looking for volunteers to spend 24 hours inside the terraXcube at a simulated altitude of 3,800 m.a.s.l. Before and during your stay we will sample participant’s blood, measure vital signs and perform non-invasive ocular ultrasound measurements.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
You can participate if you are between the ages of 18 and 50, and comply with the following:
- are male
- have no medical conditions
- live at an altitude of less than 1,500 m.a.s.l.
- not have been to altitudes of 2,500 m.a.s.l. or over during the four weeks prior to the study
- follow normal physical activity
- do not use tobacco, alcohol or drugs regularly
WHEN AND WHERE WILL THE STUDY TAKE PLACE?
The study will take place between September 18 – 20, 2024. Participants must arrive in the morning and stay for a full 24 hours within the climate simulator terraXcube at the NOI Techpark, Via Ipazia 2, Bolzano, Italy.
Find more information in the attached flyer (GER-IT-ENG).
