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 the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism.  We also had a project that was 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 have the opportunity to work with graduate students or directly with Drs. Noel and Jackson on projects involving the study of alcohol, caffeine and various health behaviors and treatment access.  Prior to enrollment in PSY491 (3 credits), students must complete the free web course Online training on the ethics of working with human research participants  (http://www.uncw.edu/orssp/conduct-human-training.html) (Register for the Social and Behavioral Research training).

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, TL3044 or email as an attachment to noeln@uncw.edu.

RESEARCH APPLICATION TO DOWNLOAD

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