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IT premium computer study
by Acellance research Ltd
Description: Looking for staff that handle IT
Duration: 2 hours, Online focus group
Requirements: Age 25 - 50
Singaporeans only
Full-time workers
Work computer using Windows
Provided computer by workplace
At least 40% work done on computer
In customer service or IT/HR department (managment level) only
Compensation: 120 for customer service staff
200 for IT/HR (management level)
Participate: Whatsapp +6593763937
#Open till 15 Jul 2025
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Association between Screentime on Insomnia and Psychological well being on Generation Z University students in healthcare disciplines in Singapore: Cross-sectional Mixed methods study
by NUS
Description: To understand the relationship between screen time use and insomnia and psychological well being among the Gen Z Uni Students in healthcare courses.
Duration: 10 to 15 minutes, Online survey
Requirements:
- Participants must be 21 to 28 years old.
- Enrolled in a healthcare course in a local university
- Able to understand and speak English
Compensation: No reward stated
Participate: https://nus.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4Osx76MeXmAvDvw?Q_CHL=qr
#Open till 01 Oct 2025
[IRB Approved]
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IT segment Testing
by Accellance research Ltd
Description: Looking for people with at least 4 years of experience in 3D technology usage.
Duration: 90 minutes during office hours, In-person interview
Requirements: People working in these industry:
Design and engineering
Creative and entertainment
Sciences
Work with 3D digital content at least 1x a week
B2B 3D users with mid-high hardware set up
English speaking
Age 20-50
Compensation: $250
Participate: Contact whatsapp +6593763937
Quote: referred
#Open till 20 Aug 2025
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Digital Memorialisation in Singapore
by GovTech
Description: This study explores how Singaporeans remember and honour their loved ones, while exploring the evolving role of digital memorialisation
Duration: Interview (1 hour) / Focus group (2 hour), FGD (in person) / Interview (Online) interview & focus group
Requirements: Participants aged 20-70, from various cultural and faith backgrounds who have experienced bereavement.
Compensation: Interviews - 10SGD NTUC Voucher / Focus group - 20SGD NTUC Voucher
Participate: https://go.gov.sg/digitalmemorialisationsg
#Open till 11 Jul 2025
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CAN LARGE LANGUAGE MODELS AMPLIFY CREATIVE THINKING?
by NTU & A*STAR
Description: This study aims to examine the role of LLMs in stimulating students' research ideation and creative thinking abilities.
Duration: 45 mins - 60 mins, In-person experiment
Requirements:
• Age range between 21-45 years old
• Year 4 Undergraduate/Master Student
Compensation:
• Participants will receive $30 (PayNow) 3 weeks after experiment
Participate: https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/participate/2e9f345f-4f57-46cf-a770-9268f4c9af70/select
#Open till 31 Jul 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Exploring How AI Can Support Emotionally Meaningful Conversations Between Close Partners
by Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)
Description: We are studying how AI chatbots can support meaningful conversations within close relationships.
Duration: 50 - 80 minutes, Online online telegram chatbot interaction + survey + interview
Requirements:
- Romantic couples
- Aged 18–29
- Native English speakers, or highly fluent in English
- Regular Telegram users
Compensation:
- SGD 15 for the first hour
- SGD 5 for every extra 20 minutes
Participate: https://forms.gle/jvFcgxesMQuQJVoK9
Or email to researcher and include partner’s email in the message: zhuoqun_jiang@mymail.sutd.edu.sg
#Open till 15 Aug 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Intergenerational Digital Media Socialisation for Enhancing Elderly Digital & Health Literacy
by NTU
Description: A study to assess intergenerational socialisation and its impact on elderly-youth's digital literacy, self-efficacy, and quality of relationship.
Duration: 30-45 mins, Surveys (Online), Modules (In-person between senior-youth pair) 4 session programme (30-45 mins each session). 2 surveys, 2 module (senior-youth interaction)
Requirements: Youths (Aged 12-24 years), Seniors (Aged between 60-85 years). Best is youth-senior sign up as a pair [grab your grandparent/ grandchild and sign up together]
Compensation: Tiered compensation of up to $85 upon completing all 4 sessions
Participate: Email Seraphina.leo@ntu.edu.sg
#Open till 30 Jul 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Online interviews for deepfake harms (Seniors & Young Adults)
by NTU
Description: This NTU project investigates the types of potential harms that deepfake videos can bring, what distinguishes the harm caused by deepfakes.
Duration: 30 to 45 mins, Online interview
Requirements: Must belong to one of the two age groups: seniors aged 55 and above, and young adults between 21 and 40 years old
Compensation: $15 via PayNow
Participate: https://forms.gle/Mv52ZAqDCJxpTM3J9
#Open till 31 Jul 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Visualizing Obesity’s Impact from Childhood Experiences (VOICE): Using Art and Storytelling to Explore the Physical and Mental Health Outcomes of Childhood Obesity
by NUS
Description: The study aims to explore the risks of childhood obesity to physical and mental health with young adults. Please see the poster for more information.
Duration: 3 workshops, 1.5 hours each., In-person focus group
Requirements:
- Have been told by an adult that you were obese while growing up
- Are comfortable with English and speaking about your weight, body image, and childhood
- Age 21-29
- Went to primary and/or secondary school in Singapore
- Have not been diagnosed with a mental health condition
Compensation: Up to $100 Grab vouchers
Participate: https://bit.ly/nusvoice
#Open till 31 Aug 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Instructors/Educators’ Use of LLMs or AI to Create Learning Experience
by SMU
Description: This study aims to explore how instructors use LLMs to design and implement classroom activities where students engage directly with the technology.
Duration: 1 hour, Online (Zoom) or In-person at SMU interview
Requirements: 1. Instructors/educators/teachers.
2. Have current or former appointments for teaching at primary, secondary, tertiary level.
3. Is using or have used LLMs in educational settings for students to engage with.
4. Aged 21 and above.
5. Able to communicate in English.
Compensation: SGD $20
Participate: eaurelia.2025@phdcs.smu.edu.sg
#Open till 31 Jul 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Singapore Hokkien Vocabulary and Tone System
by Hokkien Language Association of Penang, Malaysia
Description: To analyse the vocabulary and tone system of Singapore Hokkien.
Duration: 1-2 hours depending on the length of conversation, In-person record natural conversations between 2 or 3 people
Requirements: Fluent speaker of Singapore Hokkien, preferably people born before 1980s.
Compensation: S$30 for a minimum of 30 min conversation between 2-3 people. Reward will be shared by the group. S$1 per additional minute if speak for longer.
Participate: https://bit.ly/Record-Hokkien
#Open till 31 Dec 2025
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Experiences of superapp/Grab workers
by Cornell university
Description: This study examines the work, life, and finances of platform workers, specifically on Grab and Grab finance.
Duration: 1.5-2 hours, In-person interview
Requirements: Grab rider/driver using cash advance and/or shop now pay later.
21 to 65 years old
Preferably full-time platform gig worker
Compensation: $50 paynow
Participate: https://tinyurl.com/CornellGrab
#Open till 15 Aug 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Tell Us About Your Teleconsultation Preferences
by Care
Description: A quick survey to understand what you look for when choosing a teleconsultation provider for private GP care.
Duration: 5 minutes, Online survey
Requirements:
• Singapore resident
• Aged 18 years and older
• Has used teleconsultation to consult a private GP for a minor illness
• Usually pays for teleconsultation out of pocket (not covered by company or insurance)
Compensation: 3 participants will be randomly selected to win a $20 Grab voucher
Participate: https://tally.so/r/mVa5Ma
#Open till 13 Jul 2025
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User perceptions of AI-based Recommendation System
by NTU
Description: This study compares developers' intended user psychology and users' actual reactions in AI-based platforms like recommendation systems.
Duration: 45-60 minutes , Either offline or online through Zoom is OK interview
Requirements: Participants can join as a developer (if you are experienced in developing AI-based platforms or UI design, etc.) or a common user
Compensation: 10 SGD grab voucher for any type
Participate: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=SJPOFSq-K0aPwOF2WpsgSgHnyKQo4oJOgAqWJZ2THyFUNVRNNDlDOEg1SlZQUTQ3SlZVVDFBSDdNQy4u
#Open till 15 Aug 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Online interview on deepfakes
by NTU
Description: This research is to find people's perceptions of deepfake harms from philosophical perspective.
Duration: 45 minutes, Online interview
Requirements: 1. Must belong to one of the two age groups: teenagers between 14 and 20 years old, and young adults between 21 and 40 years old.
2. Have encountered deepfakes in the past three months
Compensation: $15 via corporate Paynow
Participate: Please fill the registration from via https://forms.office.com/r/9BpUimiuJ0
#Open till 31 Jul 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Part-time tasks and old-age well-being (Resident well-being in retirement)
by NUS
Description: This research study investigates the well-being of Singaporean residents in retirement
Duration: Multiple online (15 mins) / in person (1hr) surveys, Both in person (1hr) and online (15 minutes) survey
Requirements: Born between 1949 and 1974 (both years inclusive). Retired. No mobility issues. Able to read, write and speak basic English. Knows how to use a computer for basic task. Has WhatsApp
Compensation: $10 per completed online via PayNow, $25 per completed in person survey via Cash
Participate: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/gfw9jt8SSx
#Open till 16 Jul 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Peer Enriched Environment for Recovery (PEER): Development of a Holistic PEER Coaching Program for Stroke Survivors
by NTU
Description: We’re recruiting stroke survivors to co-design and serve as peer coaches for a stroke recovery program.
Duration: See poster, Online/In-person focus group
Requirements:
- Experienced a stroke within the past 5 years and has been discharged from the hospital
- Able to communicate in English
Compensation: Participants will receive $30 for Focus Group Discussion. Additional reimbursement will be provided for those who serve as PEER Coaches.
Participate: https://ntusingapore.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2tLYY16NXw53ewm
#Open till 31 Dec 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Elucidating the Mechanisms of Bergen 4-Day Treatment in OCD
by NTU
Description: Join as healthy controls to help us study how treatment influence the brain & cognition! Sessions are 3 months apart, with no intervention in between.
Duration: 6 hours, In-person 2 x survey sessions (1.5h for first session, 0.5h for second session), 2 x cognitive sessions (1h each), 2 x mri brain imaging sessions (2h each)
Requirements:
- Between 18 to 65 years old
- No current/history of psychiatric, cognitive, neurological or developmental disorders
- No contraindications for MRI or electrical stimulation (e.g. epilepsy, metallic implants, claustrophobia)
- Not currently or might be pregnant
Compensation: $300 GiftPay vouchers, redeemable at major supermarkets and multiple retail stores.
Participate: Email : ntuocdresearch@gmail.com
#Open till 31 Mar 2026
[IRB Approved]
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Singapore Gin Study
by Axanteus Research
Description: We are conducting a 90 minutes online group discussion regarding Gin consumption and preferences.
Duration: 90 minutes Online Group Discussion, Online focus group
Requirements:
- Individuals aged 25 - 44
- Household Income: $100K SGD and above
- Must drink alcohol, particularly gin on a regular basis
- Must have purchase gin for at-home consumption
Compensation: 90 SGD NTUC Voucher upon successful recruitment and participation of FGD
Participate: https://qualtricsxml4z2d4gym.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bQjMTYegoyhRxR4
#Open till 20 Jul 2025
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Assessment of Situational Judgement
by MAS BIRU
Description: We are looking for participants to complete a 15mins online survey to better understand how people interpret and respond to different situations.
Duration: 15mins, Online survey
Requirements:
- Those above the age of 50
- Singapore or Permanent Residents
Compensation: $10 Voucher
Participate: Participate: https://go.gov.sg/studysignup
Contact information: low_weijian@mas.gov.sg
#Open till 11 Jul 2025
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Volunteer Experience & Engagement when Engaging with Seniors
by Open Government Products: Community Hackathon
Description: We’re The Kind Tribe (OGP hackathon team) building tools to support seniors. Share your volunteer experience to help us do better!
Duration: 5-10 mins, Online survey
Requirements: We’re looking to understand what our volunteers go through during training, house visits, and engagement with seniors so you need to have volunteered before and have engaged the seniors through volunteering.
Compensation: Sorry, none
Participate: https://forms.gle/YVYaQ9AtQhRimzBb7
#Open till 09 Jul 2025
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The Role of Hope in Technological Addictions
by James Cook University Singapore
Description: This study aims to explore how hope is related to negative emotional states and whether this affects how we interact with the internet.
Duration: 20-25 minutes, Online survey
Requirements: 18 years old and above, basic english proficiency, no current/past diagnosis for mental health disorders
Compensation: Gratitude and thanks
Participate: https://jcu.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_b2vneesrmSlO4aa or email jeremiah.yim@my.jcu.edu.au
#Open till 31 Aug 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Avatars in PSAs
by NTU
Description: A study on how digital avatars in Public Service Announcements (PSAs) influence viewers’ perceptions and evaluations of the message.
Duration: 20 minutes, Online survey
Requirements:
- Aged 21 and above
- Able to communicate in English
Compensation: SGD $3 per participant
Participate: https://ntusingapore.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0pIhwBCvhfrRH82
#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 18 Jul 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Future of Caregiving: National Caregiving Training Programme
by Singapore Polytechnic
Description: This study aims to explore the perspectives and attitudes of Singaporean individuals aged 18 and above regarding caregiving and receiving care.
Duration: 1 session, approximately 3 hours, In-person focus group
Requirements:
- Singapore Resident
- Aged 18 years and older
(other specific requirements are in the poster)
Compensation: $50 Grab Voucher
Participate:
https://form.gov.sg/686638a0d638bfc3fad0fce2 (Updated Form)
#Open till 31 Jul 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Exploring Perceptions of Value in Alternative Proteins and its Implications on Acceptance
by NTU
Description: Identify and assess the different types of cues that influence your decision making to choose protein products in food establishment settings.
Duration: 45min, In-person experiment
Requirements: 1. 21 years old and above
2. DO NOT have any food allergies (non-negotiable)
3. Willing to consume cooked food
4. Comfortable communicating in English
Compensation: $50 upon full completion (NTU PayNow)
Participate: bit.ly/ap-value
#Open till 4 Jul 2025
[IRB Approved]
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Digital Activities for General Wellbeing in University Students
by NUS
Description: We are looking to explore the effectiveness of digital activities in supporting students’ general wellbeing.
Duration: 4 sessions (2.5 hr total) + 15-min follow-up , Online online experimental activities
Requirements: NUS undergraduates 21 years old and above, proficient in English, not currently undergoing existing psychological treatment or medication, no history/current risk of self-harm and suicidal thoughts
Compensation: Reimbursement of up to 5 Research Participation (RP) points or $25
Participate: https://bit.ly/pptinterestform
#Open till 27 Aug 2025
[IRB Approved]
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3D-Printed Collectible Models Survey
by Kaplan Singapore (Murdoch)
Description: Conducting a study on the demand for boutique, artist-designed 3D-printed collectible models, collected data will be used for academic purposes only.
Duration: Approximately 10 minutes, Online survey
Requirements: Aged 18 and above
Compensation: No reward stated
Participate: https://forms.gle/6zEL9dY2U5bKLjH97 (Survey link)
35685983@student.murdoch.edu.au (Contact email)
#Open till 06 Jul 2025
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Emotional Support Conversations with AI
by NUS
Description: Investigating how AI chatbots can provide emotional support through conversation
Duration: ~20 minutes, Online survey + experiment
Requirements: Singaporeans above 21 (18 for NUS students);
Compensation: 6 SGD via PayLah/PayNow
Participate: https://forms.gle/mdAb21fNFwZSa7bq9
#Open till 31 Aug 2025
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Work in Arthritis
by SGH
Description: We are looking for healthy volunteers to help understand rheumatic conditions and how they affect work productivity and cost of care.
Duration: 15-20mins, Online survey
Requirements: Female (51-69 years old), no rheumatic conditions (back pain/joint pain) and Singaporeans or PR. Have to come down to SGH once.
Compensation: $10 reimbursement for each survey done through PAYNOW.
Participate: Contact 93425974 on WhatsApp
#Open till 30 Jul 2025
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