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Mr. Rogers (IRB2022-364)

Who: Monolingual English speakers or English speakers who learned one of the following languages in an immersion setting within the last three months: Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Mandarin, or Japanese.

What: Complete a language background questionnaire, a proficiency exam (unless you only speak English), and to read/listen to English words while we monitor your brainwaves.

Compensation: Either course credit or up to $42 in Cougar Cash for your time, as well a certificate of proficiency based on your exam.

For more information, contact the PI Jeffrey Green at jjgreen@byu.edu.


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English Intonation (IRB E2020-159)

Who: Native speakers of American English

What: You will listen to some recordings of people talking, including some that have been modified so that they’re difficult to understand, and make judgments about the speakers, like where they’re from or if you think they sound friendly. It should last 15–20 minutes. Headphones are recommended.

Compensation: Course credit where applicable.

For more information, contact Wendy Baker-Smemoe (wendy_baker@byu.edu)
or Joey Stanley (joey_stanley@byu.edu).

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Mie (IRB2024-135)

Who: Native Chinese speakers or learners who have completed at least CHIN 202 or equivalent, are at least 18 years old, and are also proficient in English.

What: Complete a language background questionnaire, and then listen to Chinese sentences while we monitor your brain waves.

Compensation: Course credit or up to $25 in Cougar Cash (if you don't have a BYU ID, you can receive an Amazon gift card).

For more information, contact Jeffrey Green at jjgreen@byu.edu

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Everyday Communication in Autism

Who: Autistic and non-autistic adults 18-35 years of age

What: You will record natural spoken interactions in different situations (e.g., with family, friends, at school, at work) over a few days or only a few hours, share written texts you have already created (e.g., messages, emails, class assignments), and complete a few surveys. Participation is voluntary and may be withdrawn at any time.

Compensation: Participants will receive financial compensation for their time. Participants who volunteer for 7 days for about 3 hours per day will receive $155. Fewer days participating will result in proportional compensation.

For more information, contact Marianna Gracheva
Marianna.Grachova@fau.de
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Command-C (IRB2022-429)

Who: Individuals whose first (or only) language is English.

What: You will listen to sentences and look at pictures while we record where you look on the screen. The study will last up to 1 hour.

Compensation: Course credit or up to $15 in Cougar Cash (if you don't have a BYU ID, you can receive an Amazon gift card).

For more information, contact Jeffrey Green at jjgreen@byu.edu

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Sluchay (IRB2024-229)

Who: Native or non-native Russian speakers (age 18+, also proficient in English)

What: Complete a proficiency test and then read sentences in Russian while we record your brainwaves. The study will last up to 2 hours total.

Compensation: $40 in Cougar Cash (if you don't have a BYU ID, you will receive an Amazon gift card).

For more information, contact Jeffrey Green at jjgreen@byu.edu

*Please be aware that Brigham Young University (BYU), the institution conducting this research, has been designated an "undesirable organization" by the Russian government. This designation may carry legal or personal implications for Russian citizens who choose to engage with the university. If you choose to participate, you do so will full awareness of this designation.

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Want to Recruit Participants for Your Own Study?

Please contact lingoffice@byu.edu with your recruitment blurb, and we will post it. Projects must be IRB approved before being listed here.