Ovarian Ultrasonography for the Clinical Evaluation of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03547453

• Purpose: This study investigates ultrasound technology and aspects of age and adiposity influence ovarian morphology.
• We are looking for: Women, ages 18 - 45 years, with regular menstrual cycles, irregular menstrual cycles, or a previous diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), who are not currently taking hormones (i.e., birth control pills, fertility medications, etc.)
• Time Commitment: 45-60 minutes
• Study Locations: University of Rochester Strong Fertility Center (Rochester, NY)
• Honorarium: $25
• ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03547453

Ultrasonographic Evaluation of Anovulatory Disorders in Lean and Overweight Women | New York City, NY | ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03306849

• Purpose: The study investigates whether ultrasound features of the ovaries can be used to reliably diagnose different types of anovulatory disorders in women across all body types. The study will also try to establish whether ultrasound features of the ovary can reflect the degree of reproductive and metabolic problems that a woman with irregular or absent periods might be experiencing.
• We are looking for: Women, ages 18-45 years with regular menstrual cycles, irregular menstrual cycles, or a previous diagnosis of PCOS
• Time Commitment: 3.5 - 4 hours spread over 4 on-site study visits, 7 days off-site (to wear a device that measures physical activity).
• Study Location: Weill Cornell, NYC
• Honorarium: $125
• ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03306849

 WEIGHT LOSS STUDY | ITHACA, NY 

• Purpose: To evaluate how follicles develop in the ovaries of overweight women during weight loss, and to explore how changes in body composition, metabolic status, and reproductive hormones influence patterns of ovarian follicle development.
• Eligibility: Women aged 18-35 with who have a BMI > 27, who are not currently taking hormones (i.e., birth control pills, fertility medications, etc.)
• Time Commitment: 7-months of 2-4 study visits per week (20 minutes each) including a blood draw and transvaginal ultrasound scan, plus 3-4 longer visits (~2.5 hours) requiring an overnight fast.
• Study Location: Cornell University (Ithaca, NY)
• Honorarium and Benefit: Complimentary 6-month subscription to Nutrisystem D, a Fitbit Device, and up to $2000 cash honorarium

For more information, please email womensimaging@cornell.edu and include ‘Weight Loss Study’ in the subject line.

 Code red study | ITHACA, NY 

• Purpose: To understand how girls’ bodies and brains change during puberty.
• Eligibility: Adolescents between the ages of 9-16
• Time Commitment: 1 study visit (~120 minutes) and the option to participate in a longer study
• Study Location: Cornell University (Ithaca, NY)
• Honorarium: up to $300 cash

For more information, please email codered@cornell.edu and include ‘Code Red’ in the subject line.

 OMG-MRI study | ITHACA, NY 

• Purpose: To understand how ovaries change during puberty.
• Eligibility: Adolescents between the ages of 9-17 who had their very first period within the last 18 months
• Time Commitment: 3 study visits (~150 minutes each) over 6 months
• Study Includes: Belly ultrasound, MRI scan, blood draws, and keeping a menstrual diary
• Study Location: Cornell University (Ithaca, NY)
• Honorarium: up to $150 cash

For more information, please email womensimaging@cornell.edu and include ‘OMG-MRI’ in the subject line.

Bone and Muscle Health Study | ITHACA, NY 

• Purpose: To understand bone and muscle health during reproductive ages using magnetic resonance imaging.
• We are looking for: Women aged 18-35 with irregular or absent periods or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
• Time Commitment: 2 study visits (~ 150 minutes each)
• Study Location: Cornell University (Ithaca, NY)
• Honorarium and Benefit: up to $200

For more information, please email womensimaging@cornell.edu and include ‘MRI Study’ in the subject line.