Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Ryerson Research - Invitation for Paid Research Participation

Programs for 50+ in The Chang School offers older adults various opportunities to participate in research studies in the various schools and departments in Ryerson University. Please feel free to contact them directly as noted if you wish to participate.

Older Adults are Invited for Paid Research Participation
Ryerson University

“EFFECT OF MOBILE ON DRIVER’S BEHAVIOUR”

If you are aged 50 – 50+ and are comfortable using a mobile phone, you are invited to participate in a study on the effects of using a mobile phone when driving directed by Muhammad Faheem, MEng Transportation Engineering at Ryerson University.

The objective of this research is to study road traffic accidents that may occur because drivers are distracted while using a hand-held mobile phone. It examines the problems of using the mobile while driving a vehicle and to find an easy and a safety way to send a message while driving a vehicle

The purpose of the study is to assess the effect of telephone use on the driver’s ability to meet the perceptual and cognitive demands of the highway traffic environment. It will require approximately 45 minutes driving a simulator.

Participation is CONFIDENTIAL and participants will receive compensation ($15) for their time and effort.

To register please contact: Muhammed Faheem Telephone: 647 989-8430 Email: muhammad.faheem@ryerson.ca