Project 1: Binge Alcohol Consumption, Sleep and Neurovascular Control

The primary purpose of the present study is to examine the effects of one night of binge alcohol consumption on nocturnal blood pressure patterns and next-morning nervous system activity. A secondary aim includes examining potential sex differences related to blood pressure and nervous system responses following evening binge drinking. Our third, and final, aim of this study is to examine alcohol induced sleep apnea and its contribution to nocturnal blood pressure and next-morning nervous system activity with an experimental continuous positive air pressure (CPAP) intervention (i.e., real or fake CPAP).

Participants will receive (if qualified):

  • Objective reports of sleep quality
  • Meals provided on each study date
  • Compensation for study completion

Eligibility requirements include:

  • Age: 21-65 years old
  • Binge drinkers (i.e., 4-5 drinks within two hours in past six months)
  • Non-smoker and not diabetic
  • No heart or blood pressure medications
  • No substance abuse history
  • Not pregnant or breastfeeding
  • Not currently using birth control

Research Study Commitments include a total of 4 laboratory visits:

  • Orientation session
  • Familiarization night
  • Alcohol protocol night
  • Fluid control protocol night
  • Alcohol and fluid control test nights ~1 month apart

Contact for more information: 

Anne Tikkanen or Ian Greenlund

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (406) 994-2292

 

Project 2: Trier Social Stress Test and Neurovascular Control

Overview: 

The current study seeks to assess the impact of social stress on nervous system regulation of blood pressure. Participants will receive objective sleep reports and monetary compensation. Please see below for eligibility criteria:

Eligibility:

  • 18-40 years of age
  • Non-smoker and not diabetic
  • No diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea or other sleep disorders
  • No heart or blood pressure medications
  • No history of major psychiatric disorders
  • No serious medical conditions
  • Not pregnant or breastfeeding
  • No shift-work

Contact for more information: 

Jeremy Bigalke, M.S.

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (406) 994-2292

 

Project 3: Acoustic Delivery to Improve Napping

Overview: 

The primary purpose of this study is to determine if strategically timed and quiet sound can improve the quality of your sleep during a 90-minute nap opportunity.

Eligibility:

  • Age: 18-30 years old
  • Non-smoker and not diabetic
  • No diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea or other sleep disorders
  • No hearing impairments
  • No history of major psychiatric disorder
  • No serious medical conditions
  • Not pregnant or breastfeeding
  • No shift work

Contact for more information: 

Contact for more information: 

Anne Tikkanen

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (406)-994-2292