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Welcome back researchers and participants! Check out Dr. Peterson's TIMER study video!
Training Induced Muscle Exosome Release (TIMER) Study
Researchers at the University of Kentucky are studying how certain molecules may play an important role in your health and adaptation to exercise. All research procedures will take place in the UK Chandler Hospital and College of Health Sciences.
There are several ways for you to learn more and get involved:
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Explore Current Studies at UK by category and contact study team on studies that interest you
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Search open clinical trials at UK using TrialsToday
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Search open national clinical trials at ClinicalTrials.gov, which provides information on publicly and privately supported clinical studies on a wide range of diseases and conditions and is maintained by the United States National Library of Medicine at the National Institutes of Health
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Join ResearchMatch, which connects potential volunteers with researchers nationwide and in Kentucky.
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Join Wellness, Health & You, which seeks to learn more about factors affecting Kentuckians' health and connects you with research opportunities that may interest you.
Learn more about participating in research studies!

Clinical trials and health research are the backbone of modern medicine. Linda Rice, BSN, RN, director of clinical operations for the CCTS, spoke with WUKY's "On Medicine" program about the value of participating in research and the rigorous protections for participants.