Participate in physiological research in Boston.
You’ll be paid $40 per hour for your time at in-person research visits, rounded to the nearest 15 minutes. Visits take place in Charlestown, Massachusetts.
The application takes about 3 minutes. Applying does not enroll you in a study.
About Orbit
Orbit studies basic physiological responses, including heart rate, breathing, and balance. Study visits take place at our research site in Charlestown.
Before participation, the research team explains the study's purpose, procedures, expected duration, risks, and compensation. Participants review and sign an informed-consent form and receive a copy.
Studies are reviewed by WCG IRB, an independent institutional review board. Participation is voluntary, and participants may stop at any time.
Basic physiology
Our research examines basic physiology through non-invasive measurements. The participant pool allows the team to contact adults who may be eligible for a study.
From applying to your first visit
Application, eligibility review, informed consent, and an in-person visit.
Apply online
Complete a short eligibility questionnaire and provide your contact information. Applying does not enroll you in a study.
We contact you
If you may be eligible, a member of the team contacts you to review the study details and discuss scheduling.
Informed consent
Before any study activity, the team explains the study, what happens at each visit, the risks, and how you are paid. You sign a consent form and keep a copy.
Your first visit
The team conducts the procedures described in the consent form. Sensors on the skin record physiological measurements. You may request a break or stop at any time.
Research oversight
Independent IRB review
WCG IRB, an independent institutional review board, reviews Orbit's studies and participant materials.
Informed consent
The study's purpose, procedures, risks, and compensation are explained before participation.
Non-invasive measurements
Sensors placed on the skin record physiological measurements during the session.
Confidentiality
Your information is used only for the purposes you were told about and is stored in access-controlled, encrypted systems.
The basics
Compensation is $40 per hour, rounded to the nearest 15 minutes. It is payment for your time and is not tied to any result.
Frequently asked questions
For additional information, contact the research team using the details below.
What does Orbit study?
Orbit conducts basic physiological research, including studies of heart rate, breathing, and balance. Visits use non-invasive sensors to measure physiological responses. The research team explains the specific procedures before participation.
What procedures and risks are involved?
Sensors and electrodes are placed on the skin. The study team explains the procedures, possible sensations, and risks during informed consent. Participants may ask questions, request a break, or stop the session.
What is a research study?
A research study follows a written protocol to answer a scientific question. The protocol defines who may participate, the procedures, and how measurements are collected and evaluated.
Before joining, participants review the study information and sign an informed-consent form. An independent institutional review board reviews the study and participant materials.
How is participation compensated?
Compensation is $40 per hour for time at the study site, rounded to the nearest 15 minutes. Payment is based on time, not study results.
Participants who stop early are paid for the time they have spent at the session.
How are visits scheduled?
Visits are scheduled based on availability. There is no minimum number of visits, and participation may be discontinued at any time.
Is there a participation cost or insurance requirement?
There is no cost to participate, and health insurance is not required.
Where do visits take place?
Study visits take place in person at the Orbit research site in Charlestown, Massachusetts.
Can I withdraw from a study?
Participation is voluntary. You may stop at any time, for any reason, without penalty. You will be compensated for the time already spent participating.
What is informed consent?
Informed consent is the process of reviewing a study before deciding whether to participate. The team explains the purpose, procedures, duration, risks, confidentiality, and compensation, and answers your questions.
If you choose to participate, you sign the consent form and receive a copy. Read more about informed consent.
Orbit conducts research, not medical treatment. The study device is investigational and is not approved by the FDA. Participation is voluntary; you may stop at any time.
Join the participant pool
Complete a short application to be considered for research studies. The team contacts applicants who may be eligible.
Get StartedThere is no cost to you, no insurance is needed, and you can stop at any time.