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Wayfinding Experiment
by Singapore-ETH Centre
Description: This study seeks to understand how pedestrians navigate in urban environments using different types of navigational aids.
Duration: 1.5 - 2.5 hours, In-person survey
Requirements: - Age 21 and above
- Normal vision or vision correction (have contacts or within -6.0 to +6.0 diopters)
- Able to walk without assistance for 60 minutes
Compensation: $20 - $30 NTUC FairPrice voucher
Participate: https://forms.gle/mrL3ixXn5342yYxK9
#Open till 31 Jul 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Pickleball Colour-Rack Playtest
by Singapore Polytechnic
Description: Support a Singapore Poly UX project to help refine a simple matchmaking system for open pickleball games.
Duration: 1-2 hours, In-person playtest
Requirements:
* Looking for 16 players any skill level
* Age 18 or older (16–17 with guardian consent)
* Physically able to play light pickleball (walk, swing, \~60 min)
* Bring your own Paddle
* No current injury or doctor’s advice against exercise
Compensation: Free Pickleball game
Participate: https://reclub.co/m/XACJ04
#Open till 30 Jun 2025
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Focus Group Discussion with Sensory Evaluation on Various Food Products
by Singapore Polytechnic
Description: We are looking for China consumers that stays in Singapore for less than 10 years to join our focus group and taste some products
Duration: 3 hours, In-person focus group
Requirements: Requirements listed in poster
Compensation: $60 Capitaland E-Voucher
Participate: https://form.gov.sg/68428f4d3da243231cc55fcf
#Open till 26 Jun 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Modern Dating Dynamics
by SMU
Description: Dating norms are rapidly changing and new dating dynamics are emerging. We are conducting a survey to try and understand modern dating phenomena.
Duration: Under 1 hour, Online survey
Requirements:
-Male
-SMU undergraduate
-Has not previously completed this survey
Compensation: SGD$10
Participate: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfsyJ4Ma8asY5GIr_RVpC2PaMKugDQFiTASxw3_d0Tf4CXo_A/viewform?usp=header
#Open till 30 Jun 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Health Study
by AlwaysHired (On behalf of our client)
Description: Undergo health interview and some assessments on site Study / Survey takes less than 1 day (5-7+ hours only)
Duration: 5-7 hours , In-person survey
Requirements: - Malay/Indian only - Singaporean/PR only - Age 21-69 years old - Comfortable to go through assessment like blood test - Willing to spend 5-7 hours in NUS
Compensation: Up to $85 cash as token of appreciation
Participate: https://forms.office.com/r/rTpT4fmMsF
#Open till 31 Dec 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Perceptual Comfort Active Noise Control
by NTU
Description: This study is to evaluate the perceptual quality of different acoustic residual curve.
Duration: ~60 minutes, In-person survey
Requirements: 1) Only participate who did not participated in the study before from 28th May to 23th June will be contacted for the study.
2) 18-60 years old
3) Fluent in English
4) Normal hearing
Compensation: $20 NTUC FairPrice voucher at the end of the study
Participate: https://ntusingapore.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8v7fnJmK3BVjY22
#Open till 04 Jul 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Investigating people's attitudes and behavioral responses toward Project Wolbachia-Singapore
by NTU
Description: This study is conducted in person at Singapore Management University (SMU) or Nanyang Technological University (NTU).
Duration: 25 minutes, In-person survey
Requirements:
(a) Singaporean / Permanent Resident
(b) Above 21 years old; and
(c) Have not already taken part in this study
Compensation: SGD 20
Participate: https://tinyurl.com/5n8jct7a
#Open till 27 Jun 2025
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Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose Study
by NUS
Description: Help us test a chatbot vs paper method for blood glucose tracking. Mostly remote, with one short in-person session for setup.
Duration: Flexible , Remote monitoring, with short surveys and one final online interview remote monitoring, interview
Requirements: People with diabetes, aged 18 and above, proficient in English
Compensation: $15 via PayNow
Participate: https://nus.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_82PUqjqjTQuoPfU
#Open till 25 Jun 2025
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Focus Group with Sensory Evaluation
by Singapore Polytechnic
Description: We are looking for China consumers that stays in Singapore for less than 10 years to join our focus group and taste some products
Duration: 3 hours, In-person focus group
Requirements: Requirements listed in poster
Compensation: $60 Capitaland E-Voucher
Participate: https://form.gov.sg/68428f4d3da243231cc55fcf
#Open till 23 Jun 2025
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CAN LARGE LANGUAGE MODELS AMPLIFY CREATIVE THINKING?
by NTU
Description: This research aims to examine the role of large language models in stimulating students' research ideation and conceptualization process.
Duration: 60 minutes, In-person experiment
Requirements: Must be Year 4 undergraduate or Master students at Singapore University
Compensation: 30 Singapore Dollar
Participate: https://tinyurl.com/ntuai4research
#Open till 31 Aug 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Improving weight loss in healthy adults with overweight and obesity: An artificial intelligence-assisted dietary prediction and prevention system with continuous glucose monitoring
by NUS
Description: To test the effectiveness of a novel dietary lapse prediction and prevention self-regulation app (eTRIP), paired with continuous glucose monitoring.
Duration: 3 sessions over 24 weeks, Online survey and in-person sessions online survey and in-person sessions
Requirements:
1. are 21-65 years old;
2. have BMI ≥23 kg/m2;
3. are willing to perform continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) using the Dexcom glucose sensors; and
4. willing to travel to the National University of Singapore (NUS).
Compensation: $20
Participate: https://nus.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3xzkqZstTLtZesK
#Open till 31 Dec 2025
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SPRINT: Designing Play Based Tasks for Parents and Infants
by NTU
Description: Looking for mums with babies aged 3 to 15 months to play some short games for us to understand patterns of parent-child interaction and way of play.
Duration: 10 hours over the course of 2 months , In-person focus group and in-person experimental sessions
Requirements: Mother and child (age 3-15 months) pair. No developmental disorders or learning difficulties.
Compensation: Reimbursed via either e-vouchers or PayNow
Participate: ntu.edu.sg/empower/take-part
#Open till 30 Sep 2025
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Understanding how children’s brains learn math from educational video
by NTU
Description: Understand how children in K2 learn numeracy concepts and skills by observing brain activity using fMRI and cognitive performances.
Duration: Approx. 8 hours, In-person cognitive assessment and neuroimaging task
Requirements: K2 children aged 5-6 years old, No psychiatric, neurological, or cardiovascular disorders, No head injuries or seizures, No metallic implants on the body, or other contraindications for participation in a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) study; No claustrophobia (i.e., afraid of small spaces).
Compensation: Up to $175, token of appreciation, feedback on child's performance
Participate: https://ntusingapore.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_d4sN9bOZRQyPJEW or contact +65 8092 6683
#Open till 31 Dec 2027
[IRB Approved]
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Blind Box Spending
by Temasek Polytechnic
Description: We are currently working on an assignment to investigate how Gen Z is spending their money
on blind boxes.
Duration: >3 Minutes, Online survey
Requirements: NIL, preferably Gen Z respondents
Compensation: TP students' eternal gratitude and lifelong appreciation and thanks
Participate: https://forms.gle/H7zRSNmSMb3nAyiK9
#Open till 06 Jul 2025
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Association between ADHD and wellbeing - role of loneliness, rejection sensitivity, and social support
by James Cook University Singapore
Description: This study seeks to examine the relationship between ADHD symptoms, rejection sensitivity, loneliness, perceived social support, and well-being
Duration: 20+ minutes, Online survey
Requirements: Participants must be at least 18 years old and profecient in English
Compensation: No reward stated
Participate: https://jcu.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cGVle2rcHM1r4qO
#Open till 31 Jul 2025
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Establishing Heat Health History and Heritage: Practices and Beliefs among Singapore’s Military and Ethnic Chinese Citizenry
by NUS
Description: This project explores heat management practices and beliefs in Singapore's military and ethnic Chinese communities.
Duration: NA, Single-session interview, 2 hours, online/in-person interview
Requirements: See poster and link to survey
Compensation: 30$ voucher per participants.
Participate: https://nus.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5BdcOPHmN53wnX0
#Open till 15 Jul 2025
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Perceptions of Coercive Control in Singapore
by Murdoch University
Description: Understanding how coercive control is recognised in our community is a key step towards reducing violence against women and children.
Duration: 15-20 minutes, Online survey
Requirements: Eligibility:
• Aged 18 or older
• Living in Singapore for 12+ months
• Able to understand English and complete an online questionnaire
Compensation: Participants stand a chance to win one of four SGD $100 vouchers
Participate: https://murdochuni.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8fclZnoUUg1tT1Q
#Open till 31 Jul 2025
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Exploratory Study on the Effectiveness of Myopia Control Lenses in Slowing Myopia Progression in Young Children
by EssilorLuxottica
Description: We are exploring the effectiveness of myopia control spectacle lens in slowing myopia progression in young children.
Duration: 6 visits over 12 months, In-person clinical trial
Requirements: 6 years old with myopia, not on any form of myopia control spectacles, contact lenses, eye drops
Compensation: $40 NTUC voucher per visit, complimentary spectacles
Participate: https://research.essilor.com/#/bybrl
#Open till 04 Jul 2025
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Chinese Language Learning app user experience testing
by NUS
Description: The NUS Sound and Music Computing Lab is seeking participants to test the efficacy of a new Mandarin Chinese learning app.
Duration: Up to 75 minutes, In-person software usability testing
Requirements: Non-Chinese-speaking undergraduates, any university
Compensation: Up to a maximum of $35 (see link for more info)
Participate: https://calendly.com/nus-slions/user-experience-testing-non-chinese
#Open till 15 Jul 2025
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CAN LARGE LANGUAGE MODELS AMPLIFY CREATIVE THINKING?
by NTU
Description: This study aims to examine the role of LLMs in stimulating students' research ideation and creative thinking abilities.
Duration: 60 minutes in-person experiment with 2 survey/test, In-person experiment
Requirements: Year 4 Undergraduate/Master Student in Singapore university. Will be asked to present student card to verify identity.
Compensation: S$ 30 transfer via PayNow
Participate: https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/participate/2e9f345f-4f57-46cf-a770-9268f4c9af70/select
#Open till 13 Jul 2025
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Study on Singaporean Perspectives regarding Public & Domestic Work
by University of Southern California
Description: This is a PhD Research project exploring the various experiences, perspectives, and cultures surrounding work in Singapore.
Duration: ~1 hour, Both Online and In-person options available interview
Requirements: Inclusion: (a) Age 18+, (b) Singaporean resident (Citizen, PR, long-term visa holder), (c) In paid employment, (d) Employs a migrant domestic worker in their household
Compensation: SGD $35
Participate: Email ialam@usc.edu with (a) your name, and (b) your contact number
#Open till 02 Aug 2025
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Designing a Better Guest Experience
by Temasek Polytechnic
Description: We are carrying out research for our Major Project, in hopes of crafting valuable experience for attendees during a hotel’s Grand Opening event.
Duration: 10 minutes, Online survey
Requirements: Age 25-59
Compensation: No rewards
Participate: https://forms.gle/TKRS2WRyT7JKqEtX8
#Open till 29 Jun 2024
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Leveraging VLM-Powered Agent Simulation for Meme Generation
by SUTD
Description: Exploring how individuals perceive and evaluate memes, and how these responses relate to different humor styles and viewpoints on current issues.
Duration: Approximately 1 hour., In-person at SUTD, in Building 2, room 2.316. survey
Requirements:
- SUTD students aged 18 years or above, or healthy non-SUTD volunteers aged 21 years or above
- Proficient in English (as all materials are in English)
- Familiar with meme culture
Compensation: As a token of appreciation, participants who complete the study will receive a S$20 CapitaLand voucher.
Participate: https://calendly.com/pehjiawang/humanevaluation
#Open till 30 Jun 2025
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Video Sentiments and Understanding Study
by NielsenIQ
Description: We are looking to gather sentiments and understanding for a video.
Duration: 60min, In-person focus group - 25 june, wed from 9am-10:30am at newton area
Requirements: Singapore citizen aged 56 to 75 years old and English-speaking, as the focus group discussion will be held in English.
Compensation: $80 NTUC Voucher (distributed at end of focus group)
Participate: Please register at https://forms.gle/q7m3XgpnVkndNKSF7 or contact Rachel at +65 8421 0741
#Open till 23 Jun 2025
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Towards Future-Ready Undergraduates in the Hybrid Workforce: Identifying Mechanisms for Online Collaboration Using a Social Neuroscience Approach
by Singapore University of Social Sciences
Description: Assessing interpersonal Learning Objectives in a three week course, assessing their impact on collaboration using neural and physiological data.
Duration: 3x 1.5 session, In-person experimental
Requirements: Individuals aged 21 to 35 years old currently enrolled in an undergraduate university program
Compensation: Uniqgift Vouchers (in batches of $30, $30 and $40 per session) Total $100
Participate: Refer to poster
#Open till 31 Aug 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Understanding how children’s brains learn math from educational video
by NTU
Description: Understand how children in P1 learn numeracy concepts and skills by observing brain activity using fMRI and cognitive performances.
Duration: Approx. 7hours, In-person cognitive assessment and neuroimaging task
Requirements: P1 children aged 6-7 years old, No psychiatric, neurological, or cardiovascular disorders, No head injuries or seizures, No metallic implants on the body, or other contraindications for participation in a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) study; No claustrophobia (i.e., afraid of small spaces).
Compensation: Up to $150, token of appreciation, feedback on child's performance
Participate: https://ntusingapore.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_23TQ1aZnqxj9stE or contact +65 8092 6683
#Open till 31 Dec 2027
[IRB Approved]
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Exploratory Study on the Effectiveness of Myopia Control Lenses in Slowing Myopia Progression in Young Children
by EssilorLuxottica
Description: We are exploring the effectiveness of myopia control spectacle lens in slowing myopia progression in young children.
Duration: 6 visits over 12 months, In-person clinical trial
Requirements: 6 years old with myopia, not on any form of myopia control spectacles, contact lenses, eye drops
Compensation: $40 NTUC voucher per visit, complimentary spectacles
Participate: https://research.essilor.com/#/bybrl
#Open till 04 Jul 2025
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The Prevalence StUdy and Regular Practice, Diagnosis and TreatMent, Among General Practitioners in Populations at Risk of COPD (PUMA) study
by NTU
Description: Helping to improve the ability to identify smokers with COPD so that they can be referred for appropriate testing and early treatment
Duration: Please refer to poster, In-person in-person study
Requirements: Current or ex-smoker.
Aged 40 years old and above.
Visited a GP at a Polyclinic or Private clinic within the past one year.
Compensation: $20 token of appreciation upon completion of study + spirometry test result
Participate: https://tinyurl.com/PUMAstudy
#Open till 30 Jun 2025
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Sensitive Skin Study
by Sequential Bio
Description: This is a remote, 28-day research study focused on better understanding sensitive skin to improve skincare solutions.
Duration: 28 Days, Remote focus group
Requirements: -Race: Chinese
- Gender: Female
- Age: 23 - 28 years old
- Must have dry and sensitive skin (not oily)
- Lives in Singapore
- Able to commit to a 28-day remote product trial
- Willing to apply the test product daily as instructed
- Able to start immediately.
Compensation: $100 upon completion of study
Participate: https://forms.gle/TZJfNb56ZFLXwaFW9 or scan QR code in poster
#Open till 30 Jun 2025
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Money and Happiness: A Risk-Benefit Analysis in the Workplace
by Singapore University of Social Sciences
Description: The purpose of this study is to investigate the influence of salary amounts and job types on workplace happiness, stress, and productivity.
Duration: 20 - 25 mins, Online survey
Requirements:
1) You are currently working in Singapore, and
2) Between 21 – 50 years old, and
3) Proficient in English language.
Compensation: No reward stated
Participate: https://suss.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1HODeuAQGTVTmQu
#Open till 30 Jun 2025
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