Research participant opportunities

All studies and surveys that are promoted on the Diabetes New Zealand website and social media channels are provided as a service to the diabetes research community. This research is not specifically endorsed by Diabetes New Zealand.

If you would like to promote a survey or ask for participants, email info@diabetes.org.nz.

Studies currently recruiting

The team at Wāhi Kōrero, from Massey University, are interested to hear your experience. 

Caring for someone can be rewarding and also difficult. The team invite you to share the thoughts and feelings you've had when caring for someone with an illness, disability, or frailty. The platform is a safe, anonymous place for stories about unmet health needs in Aotearoa. If you have a story to share, please visit their website.

For further information, email wahikorero@gmail.com

Do you have a sibling with a disability or other long term health condition?

Researchers at AUT are looking for participants to help with a study to understand what it’s like to be a brother or sister when your sibling has a health condition that needs ongoing care.

They are inviting siblings aged 5–18 years old to take part in a one-on-one interview.

Talk about your ideas, questions, and experiences.

📍 You can choose a time and place that suits you (this can be online via Teams or Zoom).

🕒 The interview will take about 45–60 minutes

🎁 You’ll get a small thank-you voucher for taking part

Contact: Julie Blamires (921-9999 ext. 7979), julie.blamires@aut.ac.nz

or Mandie Foster, Mandie.foster@aut.ac.nz

NZCR are looking for participants to research potential new treatments for obesity and type 2 diabetes.

Taking part in a clinical trial can help advance global health.

If you are 18-65, have struggled to lose weight in the past, have a BMI over 30 kg/m², and are currently taking Metformin or SGLT2 inhibitors e.g. Jardiance, they want to hear from you.

Why participate?

• By participating in this study you are contributing to the advancement of medical science.

• Study requirements and reimbursement will vary depending on the trial you participate in.

• You’ll be paid $6,500 before tax.

Clinical trials involve an investigational drug and some study assessments. HDEC approval 2024 FULL 21128.

Want to know more? Apply online.

Ghrelin and SNA in Pacific People (SNAPP)

The University of Otago and University of Auckland are looking for participants to help with a study examining the link between blood levels of the ‘hunger’ hormone Ghrelin and risk factors for diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels (known as cardiovascular disease).

Are you:

• Of Pacific or New Zealand European heritage

• 18 years or older

• Living with type 2 diabetes and have normal blood sugar

• Able to visit the University of Auckland, located at Grafton, Auckland

Contact: Ana Seyegh, PhD; Caroline Sanches t2d@auckland.ac.nz

Find out more: SNAPP - Participant Initial Visit

Participant Information Sheet

Access Aid Research Study

The University of Otago are looking for participants to help with their ACCESS-AID research study.

Open to anyone who is eligible for a publicly funded pump (eligibility criteria applies).

Contact: access.aid@otago.ac.nz

Have Experience Managing Multiple Chronic Conditions?

Researchers from the University of Canterbury are undertaking a study to better understand the challenges and support needs of people managing multiple chronic conditions, and to inform the design of future self-management support systems.

Are you:

• 18 years or older

• Living with two or more chronic conditions, or are a healthcare professional supporting people with multimorbidity

• Currently managing your health conditions, either independently or with healthcare support

• Can communicate in English and provide informed consent

What’s involved:

• One interview (approximately 45-60 minutes). Online via Microsoft Teams (or another platform if preferred)

• You will be asked about your experiences with managing multiple chronic conditions

• Voluntary participation and all information will remain confidential

What are the benefits:

• Your experiences will be heard and valued

• Help inform the design of future self-management support systems

• You can request a summary of the study results

This study has received ethics approval from the University of Canterbury. Taking part is completely voluntary and you are free to withdraw at any time.

Contact: Wenhui (Kevin) Huang - Email: wenhui.huang@pg.canterbury.ac.nz

Do you want to know more about your fitness, health, and body composition?

Researchers from Auckland University are looking for young adults without type 1 diabetes (16-17 year olds) or with type 1 diabetes (16-25 year olds) to take part in a study at the University of Auckland for 2 x 2 hr visits.

The following tests will be completed during the study

• Cycling exercise test

• Hand grip strength test

• Body composition scan

• Ultrasound of neck blood vessel

• Physical activity monitoring

• Finger prick blood sample

Volunteers will be compensated $80 per session for their time and travel costs.

Contact: Tyler Elliott (PhD Exercise Science student)

Email: tyler.elliott@auckland.ac.nz; Phone 09 923 2541

Dr Silmara Gusso (Senior Lecturer Exercise Sciences)

Email: s.gusso@auckland.ac.nz; Phone 09 923 3795

Understanding chronic conditions online survey

Researchers from the University of Auckland are looking for people managing chronic conditions to complete an online survey.

Are you:

• 18 years or older

• Live in New Zealand

• Diagnosed with one or more long-term chronic health conditions AND

• Have been prescribed medication and/or lifestyle changes

• Have a regular doctor that is seen at least once in the last 6 months

Scan the QR code opposite to participate or click here

Contact: Hannah Jung for more information

Email: hjun287@aucklanduni.ac.nz

ACCESS-AID Study - Accelerating care, capacity and equity in AID systems for New Zealanders with type 1 diabetes

A team at Otago University are looking for people with type 1 or type 3c diabetes who want to transition onto an automated insulin delivery system (AID) to manage their diabetes. The 3-month study they are running will help existing health teams across Aotearoa to get safe and supported access for people wanting to move to AID. The study will be looking at whether participants experience better glucose control, burden reduction, improved quality of life and treatment satisfaction.

The study is open to adults and children, and if you or your child is interested in using AID and would like to take part, please contact the study team at access.aid@otago.ac.nz