Smell Changes in Older Adults
This study looks at how smell (olfactory function) changes with age in healthy adults. If you're 50 or older, you may be able to join to help researchers understand age-related changes in smell.
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Who can take part
- Be 50 years old or older
- Be able to follow instructions in English
- Be able to see, hear, or move enough to complete tasks (with or without help or assistive devices)
- Not be in prison or a similar institution
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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