DIESEL trainees are currently recruiting participants for a research study!
We are actively looking for individuals with overweight or obese body types (as determined by the Body Mass Index (BMI) measurement) for an ergonomics research study taking place on campus in our lab. The aim of this study is to assess differences in physical exposures between varying body composition groups while performing manual material handling tasks.
One 4 hour visit (or two, 2 hour visits) are required, and will include lab assessments and a Dual X-Ray Absorptiometry scan. You will receive $90 in appreciation of your time.
If you are between the ages of 18 and 65 and are interested or want more information, please contact Alison!
This study has been reviewed by, and received ethics clearance through a University of Waterloo Ethics Committee.
