Getting Involved with the UA PETAL Laboratory

We are always looking for people interested in helping out with the research and activities being conducted within the UA PETAL Lab. Two primary ways of getting involved, which are described in greater detail below, include volunteering as a research assistant or participating in research.

Become a RA

The UA PETAL Lab will be accepting applications for undergraduate research assistants for the Fall of 2023. Email Dr. Leen-Feldner (eleenfe@uark.edu) for additional details. 

Participate in Research

There typically are multiple research studies being conducted within the UA PETAL LAb. You may be eligible to participate in one or more of these studies. Listed below are brief descriptions of some of the studies we are currently running, but be sure to contact us to determine if you are eligible for one or more of these studies as they frequently change.

Current Studies

Are you interested in cannabinoids like Cannabidiol (CBD) or Cannabigerol (CBG)? The University of Arkansas is currently running several research studies about cannabinoids and stress, anxiety, substance use, ADHD, and more. If you are interested in learning more, click the link.

Cannabinoids like CBD and CBG are non-intoxicating molecules from the cannabis plant. If you are between the ages of 18-55yrs old, and have not used cannabinoids in the past 30 days, you may be eligible to participate in one of our ongoing research studies. If you are eligible, you could earn 8 Sona credits, or be paid up to $275!

Go to this link to see if you are eligible for these studies. If eligible, you would visit the laboratory, self-administer cannabinoids (CBD, CBG) or placebo (product provided), and  return to the lab. Help researchers better understand how cannabinoids relate to stress, anxiety, substance use, ADHD, and more!

To see if you are eligible, click this link, use the QR code, or contact Riley Gournay & Morgan Ferretti at ua.petal.lab@gmail.com or call (479) 575-3523.