Temperature, sleep, and health in military cadets
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how temperature changes affect sleep in military cadets. You'll wear a special ring that tracks your sleep and temperature to help researchers learn more.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 30 years old.
- You are a military cadet at The Citadel.
- You have a smartphone (iPhone with iOS 15 or newer, or Android 8.0 or newer) and reliable internet access.
- You can use the Oura Ring app on your phone.
- You don't have certain health conditions that affect blood flow, temperature control, or skin.
- You are not pregnant or trying to become pregnant.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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