Research, Studies, and Surveys

PLEASE NOTE: The Brain Injury Association of Illinois is posting the following research opportunities for its viewers. Some research projects do provide compensation, and some are on a voluntary basis. It should be noted that some projects are on an ongoing basis, and some have a specific time frame. Please read through the information and contact the researcher/investigator for additional information. The Brain Injury Association of Illinois is not involved with the research and is not responsible for the research content material and data collection.

TBI Quality of Life Research Project

The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago is looking for persons who have sustained a  traumatic brain injury to take part in an important research project. The research addresses quality of life issues following brain injury. Participants will complete several questionnaires in an interview format. The interviews can be done in person or on the phone. Participants will be compensated progressively for each round of completed interviews. If interested, call (312) 238-2858 and ask about the TBI Quality of Life Research Project. Click here for the flyer

Neural Adaptation Study

Can Neural Adaptation after Severe Brain Injury be Facilitated?

Research study funded by the Department of Veterans Affairs and the VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Service. This is available to both Veterans and Non-Veterans. Click here for information

Female Informal Family Caregivers Of Veterans With Traumatic Brain Injury

Participants are needed for a research project examining stress and perceived health of female informal caregivers caring for a Veteran who has experienced a moderate or severe traumatic brain injury within the past six months to ten years.  Participants must be at least 18 years of age and able to speak and understand English.  Study involves completing a written questionnaire and collecting several saliva samples (to measure stress-related hormones) over a two-day period.  Participants will be mailed all study materials to their homes and U.P.S. will pick up completed materials at their doorstep.  Participants will be provided a $30 gift card.  For more information, please contact Dr. Karen Saban, Health Research Scientist, at Edward Hines, Jr VA Hospital at 708/202-5264 or Karen.Saban@va.gov