How do I join the UA PETAL Lab team?

 Undergraduate students interested in joining the team at either the research assistant or graduate student level are encouraged to contact Dr. Leen-Feldner (eleenfe@uark.edu) for further information. Students interested in pursuing graduate studies also can find helpful information on application procedures on the Department of Psychological Science’s website.

How do I find out about research opportunities for course credit or financial compensation?

 Research projects are continuously being conducted. Experiences and incentives vary depending on the projects underway. Information about enrolling in currently ongoing studies can be found on the “Get Involved” page.

How do I find the UA PETAL Lab?

 The UA PETAL Lab is located in Memorial Hall on the University of Arkansas campus in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Memorial Hall is located just west of the intersection of Arkansas Avenue and Maple Street.The UA PETAL Lab is located on the first floor of Memorial Hall in Room 105, which is on the south side of the building.

Where can I find treatment for problems related to anxiety or substance use?

 Locally, the Psychological Clinic in the Department of Psychological Science here at the University of Arkansas is an outstanding resource for receiving clinical services. The clinic serves the greater Northwest Arkansas region and offers several different treatments that are supported by cutting edge research. Additional information about the clinic can be found at the clinic website.

What are you doing to protect research participants and personnel from COVID-19?

 Safety is our first priority. We have a comprehensive protocol in place to protect participants and researchers. All individuals involved in research are required to pass a COVID screening test, evidence a normal temperature, wash their hands per CDC protocols, and wear a face covering before they enter the laboratory. Surfaces are disinfected using CDC-approved products before and after any laboratory-based activities, the number of personnel allowed in the lab are carefully restricted, and there is a minimum of a one-hour window before another researcher or participant is allowed to enter the lab.