Take part in important research projects
Griffith is one of É«ÇéÍøÕ¾'s leading research universities. Our staff and students undertake research projects to better understand the world, improve people's lives and make a societal impact.
Each month, we publish a list of open research projects or surveys and ask our staff, student and alumni community to participate.
If you want to invite Griffith staff, students, alumni or HDR candidates to take part in your research, please submit an application to conduct research.
Current research projects
The Volunteer for Important Research Projects broadcast is released monthly from January to December.
If you are interested in participating in one of the following studies, please read through the eligibility requirements and apply using the relevant link in the study.
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My Body, My Choice: The Mental Health Impact of Reproductive Control Across Diverse Identities |
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Types of volunteers |
People aged 16+, Living in É«ÇéÍøÕ¾, can or have been able to become pregnant, had at least one sexual relationship and can understand English. Expansive gender population such as trans, gender diverse and non binary gender, as well as multisexuality populations such as bisexual, multisexual. |
Description |
We are conducting a research project investigating the impact of reproductive coercion and abuse on mental health, with a particular focus on people with diverse sexual and gender identities. Despite growing awareness of reproductive coercion as a form of abuse, there is little research on how it affects psychological wellbeing, particularly among sexually diverse and gender expansive people and non-marginalised populations. |
What is required and how long will it take? |
Participants are asked to take a 10-15 minute anonymous survey. |
Incentive |
By participating in this survey, you will enter the draw to win 1 of 2 $50 Coles/Myer gift cards |
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HREC approval |
GUHREC: 2025/269 |
Research |
Understanding Ageism, Loneliness and Positive Wellbeing in Older Adults |
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Types of volunteers |
Older adults 65+ years of age whom are living in É«ÇéÍøÕ¾ and have no cognitive impairments. |
Description |
This research is aiming at exploring the experiences of ageism and loneliness in older adults, and how these may relate to well-being. Your participation will help improve understanding of the social and emotional needs of older É«ÇéÍøÕ¾ns. |
What is required and how long will it take? |
Participants will be asked to answer demographic questions and other questions relating to ageism, loneliness and wellbeing. It should take between 10-15 minutes. |
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HREC approval |
GUHREC: 2025/297 |
Research |
Exploring Soft Tissue Contributions to Plantar Pressures and Foot Temperature Regulation in People with Diabetes |
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Types of volunteers |
People with clinically diagnosed diabetes, older than 18 years, male or female, walk independently for up to 30 minutes and no major complications (current ulcers or previous foot amputations). |
Description |
The study aims to better understand the role of mechanical load in the development of foot ulcers in people with diabetes towards preventing foot amputations. |
What is required and how long will it take? |
Participation includes a single 3-hour appointment at Griffith University in the Biomechanics Laboratory located on the Gold Coast for a testing session. Participants will be asked to walk on a treadmill for up to 30 minutes and undergo physical examination of their feet including ultrasound imaging. |
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Complete the screening survey via the link below. Or, contact Nancy McKelvey (Student Investigator) via email nancy.mckelvey@griffithuni.edu.au / text, phone or WhatsApp 0431 149 270.
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HREC approval |
GUHREC: 2024/911 |
Research |
Application of artificial intelligence (AI) in designing removable partial denture as a dental education tool |
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Types of volunteers |
Griffith dental school students enrolled in the Master of Dentistry and Bachelor of Dental Technology and Prosthetics will be invited to participate in this survey. |
Description |
Our research aims to explore the integration of an AI-assisted design tool into dental education and evaluate its effectiveness in supporting students during the removable partial denture (RPD) design process. |
What is required and how long will it take? |
Participants will be asked to provide feedback via a Qualtrics survey, responding to questions related to their experience using the AI-assisted tool during the design of removable partial dentures. The survey should take 30mins to complete. |
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For more information, the participants can get in touch with the student researcher via email: shixin.chen@griffithuni.edu.au. |
HREC approval |
GUHREC: 2025/339 |
Research |
Psychosocial Well-Being and Support Needs of Siblings of Children with Chronic Health Conditions in É«ÇéÍøÕ¾ |
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Types of volunteers |
Parents of children with chronic health conditions. |
Description |
The goal is to better understand the experiences and support needs of siblings and parents of children with chronic health conditions in É«ÇéÍøÕ¾ and draw recommendations for future support interventions. |
What is required and how long will it take? |
Share your experiences by participating in an online survey. This will take 20 minutes of your time. |
Incentive |
All the participants can enter a prize draw to win one of five $50 AUD Coles gift vouchers as a reimbursement for their time. |
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For more information, contact Kalpana Subasinghe Pathirannahalage (kalpana.subasinghepathirannahalage@griffithuni.edu.au).
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HREC approval |
GUHREC: 2024/339 |
Research |
Development of Questions to be Asked to a Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Cancer Care Artificial Intelligence Chatbot |
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Types of volunteers |
Inclusion criteria: Current or previous cancer diagnosis; Caring/cared for a person with a current or previous cancer diagnosis; Health professionals working in a cancer care setting; Age ≥ 18y/o; Provide consent to participate in the study. Exclusion criteria: Unable to provide informed consent; Inability to complete the questionnaire; Age ≤18y/o. |
Description |
In two phases, this study will investigate the impact of the use of an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot for the provision of evidence-based information, on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use in people with cancer. In this first phase of the study, the information collected will be used to inform the questions that will be asked of the CAMs in Cancer AI Chatbot in the second phase. Furthermore, the results of this study will go on to inform future research into the use of CAMs in people with cancer, contribute to the development of patient educational resources and ultimately improve patient outcomes. |
What is required and how long will it take? |
Research participants will be asked to complete a questionnaire via Lime Survey. The survey will first ask the participant to consent to participate in the study and then request information regarding what they would like/would have liked to know about CAMs in cancer care. In addition, some demographic information will be requested. The survey is expected to take 15-20 minutes to complete. |
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HREC approval |
GUHREC: 2024/877 |
Research ethics
Griffith is committed to the conduct of ethical research. Research is conducted in accordance with the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research (2025). The research ethics and integrity service is managed by the Office for Research in conjunction with the Human Research Ethics Committee.
If you have any ethical questions or concerns about a project listed here, contact the Griffith University Research Ethics and Integrity team on 3735 5585 or . There is more information available on the Research Ethics, Integrity and Compliance website.
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To have your study included in the broadcast, submit an application to conduct research.