Academics
Adult Research Studies
Here you鈥檒l find a list of studies the EPNL is currently completing. Feel free to review each study and click on the screening form button to send basic information to our research team to allow them to contact you so you can learn more about the research studies.
If none of these studies sound appealing or you don鈥檛 think you can do them, please complete the . We will contact you about future research studies. This information will not be shared with anyone outside of our researchers. You may withdraw your information at any time by contacting us at (636) 949-4676.
Effect of Paraxanthine on Energy, Mood, and Cognition
Participate in this study to help us learn about how a single dose of paraxanthine can impact mood, energy, and cognition when combined with a meal. Paraxanthine is the primary metabolite of caffeine, meaning it is the what caffeine primarily breaks down into in the body.
Effect of Lactoferrin on Iron Levels and Exercise Performance in Women
Participate in this study to help us learn about how lactoferrin can impact your iron level status, exercise performance, and lactate metabolism. Lactoferrin is an iron-binding protein that is found in milk, colostrum, and other bodily secretions.
Fueling Needs and Health Status in Competitive Athletes
Participate in this study to help us learn more about the fueling needs of adult competitive athletes. This study will assess body composition, dietary intake, energy use, and nutrition knowledge to better understand how well athletes are meeting their energy needs for training and performance.聽
Understanding Hormone Therapy on Fitness and Immune Health in Older Adults
Participate in this study to help us better understand how hormone therapy may be associated with healthy aging in older adults. The study will examine physical health, body composition, metabolism, strength, cardiovascular fitness, immune function, and blood-based biomarkers in adults who use hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), as well as those who do not use hormone therapy.
Effect of a Probiotic on Gut Health and Fecal Microbiome Changes
Participate in this study to help us learn about how supplementation with Weizmannia (Bacillus) coagulans JBI-YZ6.3 can impact your gut health. Weizmannia coagulans JBI-YZ6.3 is a beneficial probiotic strain that may help support digestive health and overall well-being. Your participation will help us understand how this probiotic may influence gut health in active individuals and could contribute to future recommendations for supporting digestive wellness.
Effect of Postbiotics on Oxidative Stress and Exercise Performance
Postbiotics are similar to probiotics and this study help us better understand if a blend of postbiotics can impact oxidative stress and exercise performance.
For Parents of Adolescent Athletes: Examining Parents鈥� Nutritional Knowledge and Implementation of Dietary Practices for Adolescent Athletes
The purpose of this research study is to collect information to learn about the level of knowledge regarding nutrition, sleep, and recovery in caregivers of team sport and individual adolescent athletes.
Impact of Creatine Monohydrate Supplementation on Perceived Sleep Quality and Quantity in Trained Men and Women
The aim of the research study is to examine the effects of creatine monohydrate supplementation on perceived sleep quality and quantity in physically active individuals.
Acute Creatine Monohydrate Ingestion and Cognitive Performance: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Parallel Group Study
The aim of the research study is to examine the acute effects of a single and 3 days of 30-gram doses of creatine monohydrate on cognitive performance measures in healthy adults.
Cognitive Performance After Split-Dose Creatine Ingestion: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Parallel Group Study
The aim of the research study is to examine the acute effects of a single-day, split dosing protocol (3脳10 grams) of creatine monohydrate on cognitive performance in healthy adults.
Dr. Chad Kerksick
Director, Exercise and Performance Nutrition Laboratory (EPNL)