The BEACH Lab is currently conducting research on the effects of alcohol and caffeine on various social and cognitive judgments.  These projects have been funded by the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism.  We also have a project, funded by the National Cancer Institute on Racial Disparities in Cancer Treatment.

Participation in the lab involves the attendance of mandatory one-hour weekly lab meetings and a commitment of eight lab hours per week.  Students will have the opportunity to work with graduate students on projects involving the study of alcohol, caffeine and various health behaviors and treatment access.  Prior to enrollment, students must complete the National Institute of Health online training on the ethics of working with human research participants.  Credit for lab participation may be obtained via directed independent study or seminar credit hours.  Lab participation is an excellent opportunity to gain a hands-on understanding of experimental methods and design.  Interested students may contact any current graduate assistants for more information.  Download an Undergraduate Research Application (below) and return it to Dr. Noel Nora, Social & Behavioral Sciences Building, room 109B.

Research Application (PDF)

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