Allison A. Brown, M.A.
Research Project Coordinator at MBA Research Study
Lead Research Project Coordinator at Western Psychiatric Institute at UPMC
Research coordinator for the Mood and Brain Circuitry in Adolescent Research Study. Currently recruiting depressed adolescents from 12 to 17 years of age who are not on medication. 

Interested in learning more? Check out: https://www.mbars.pitt.edu/.
MBA Research Study
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STUDY BASICS
Are you the parent of a 12-17 year old child who is depressed? If so, your child may be able to participate in a research study to help learn more about brain and behavior changes in depressed adolescents. Participation includes interviews, questionnaires, computer tasks, and an fMRI scan. Compensation is provided.


STUDY PURPOSE
More than 20% of teens will experience depression, a serious mood disorder that typically causes feelings of intense sadness, lowered interest in activities, academic problems, and withdrawal from others. The purpose of this study is to help researchers learn more about brain and behavior changes with varying mood states. Researchers hope their findings will lead to more personalized treatments for depression in the future.


COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?
•    Ages 12-17 
•    Currently depressed
•    Not currently taking any medication to treat depression
•    No non-removable metal in the body (dental fillings are OK)


WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT
Participation involves six visits over two years. During the first 3 hour visit, participants will complete interviews and questionnaires. During the second 3 hour visit, participants will have an fMRI brain scan. fMRI brain scans are not invasive and do not use radiation.

Over the next 2 years, visits will be repeated every 6 months. Participants can choose between coming into the lab for the visit, or having the research team come to their home.
Pittsburgh, PA
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Research Project Coordinator
UPMC
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•	Project Coordinator for the Mood and Brain Circuity in Adolescence Study with the Cognitive-Affective Neuroscience and Development (CAND) Lab. Principal Investigators: Dr. Rasim Diler and Dr. Cecile Ladouceur.
•	Successfully handles multiple tasks simultaneously in order to set- up valid and reliable study operations.  
•	Effective in assigning and overseeing the work of staff and student research assistants including the coordination of complex schedules and activities, liaising with data managers, subcontractors, advertising venues, and various inter- and intra- departmental University Personnel.
Pittsburgh, PA
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Research Project Coordinator
Steel City Improv, LLC
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Greater Pittsburgh Area
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Assistant Artistic Director
University of Pittsburgh
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•	Project Coordinator for two randomized trials studying smoking (funded by the National Cancer Institute) and smoking cessation (funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse; award number: R01DA034629) among non-daily smokers. 
•	Successfully works with the Project Director to assist in the oversight day to day operations of two large psychology research trials. 
•	Effective in assigning and overseeing the work of staff and student research assistants including the coordination of complex schedules and activities, liaising with data managers, subcontractors, advertising venues, and various inter- and intra- departmental University Personnel. 
•	Shares responsibility for recruiting study participants, ensuring adherence to project timelines, drafting and maintain standard operating procedures as well as protocols and reports for the University’s Institutional Review Board. 
•	Successfully handles multiple tasks simultaneously while proactively foresees and addresses study issues. Responsible for handling issues with research participants and make decisions based on scientific principles and sound judgment.
Greater Pittsburgh Area
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Project Coordinator- Psychology Research
Claremont Evaluation Center
•	Planned and executed an evaluation of the four year USDA internship program at CSUSB.
•	Promoted from evaluation assistant to evaluation lead while attending graduate school full-time.
•	Directly assisted the Interim Director from the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs at California State University at San Bernardino with numerous federally funded evaluation projects including scholarship programs and STEM programs. Performed data collection and data analysis qualitatively for institutional research.
San Bernardino, CA
Evaluation Lead
Claremont Graduate University
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•	Research assistant for the adolescent health study, Habitual & Neurocognitive Processes in Adolescent Obesity Prevention (grant number U01HL097839), funded by an NHI grant (National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute and the National Cancer Institute) and for the Claremont Health, Advertising, and Marketing Project.
•	Delivered and self-managed components of in-person and phone health coaching sessions to parents and adolescents.
•	Performed thorough assessments of tobacco stores to analyze tobacco products, advertisements, and warning signs.
Claremont, CA
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Psychology Researcher
Riverside County Department of Mental Health
•	Performed qualitative and quantitative data analysis on a variety of projects efficiently.
•	Promptly consolidated and input study data for further analysis. 
•	Created annual project reports efficiently in order for project results to be able to be communicated effectively.
Riverside, CA
Evaluation and Research Intern
Apex Companies, LLC
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•	External consultant responsible for performing detailed reviews of complex documentation to ensure project deliverables met Federal and State regulatory requirements. Performed comprehensive audits of documentation/files, identified non-conformance issues, and recommended corrective and preventive actions.
Dallas, TX
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Data Analyst/ Environmental Consultant
ULTA Beauty
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•	Responsible for store and hair salon operations in a fast-paced environment. Interfaced with staff and customers, ensured proper check out of customers and cash register procedures, and performed administrative tasks.    
•	Managed a staff of 10 associates by effectively delegating and working well with others in a multi-tasking retail business environment. Recognized by management and peers for working responsively with no errors.
•	Trained new employees on business procedures, salon and store etiquette, and management processes.
College Station, TX
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Night Manager
Texas A&M University
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•	Performed support services within the college's psychology eating disorders research division as an assistant.
•	Led biweekly experimental couple’s therapy sessions on body image and relationship satisfaction.
•	Received four (4) weeks of clinical skills training which imparted the skills of discussing uncomfortable topics on body image, understanding ethical boundaries, communication skill building and confidentiality. 
•	Administered questionnaires to study participants and independently oversaw many survey experiments.
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Psychology Research Assistant
Master of Arts (M.A.)
Applied Social Psychology and Evaluation
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Claremont Graduate University
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Bachelor of Arts
Psychology
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Texas A&M University
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•	Working on a team of four, designed and conducted a theoretically grounded, mixed-method, practical and useful evaluation for Claremont After-School Programs, Inc.
External Evaluator
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Beverly Hills, CA
Deborah Soleymani, CFLS
Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
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Los Angeles, CA
Jack Bryant
Relocation + Entitlement Consultant at Del Richardson & Associates (DRA)
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United States
Melissa Wdowik
Nutrition Consultant, Educator and Counselor
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Los Angeles, CA
Bret Weinberg
Assistant Vice President at Air Lease Corporation
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Metairie, LA
Zoey Akin
Attorney at Law
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Pittsburgh, PA
Sammie Rao
Medical Assistant at UPMC
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Los Angeles, CA
Junu K.
Staff Software Engineer (MTS1) at eBay
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Lake Havasu City, AZ
Hunter Johnson
Ph.D. Economist & Data Scientist
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Culver City, CA
Kahlil Allen
Senior Product Manager at National Football League (NFL)
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Greater Edinburgh Area
Luke Howard
Design Director: Cinematic Visualization at Rockstar Games
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Claremont, CA
Adeola Adegbemijo
Ph.D Systems Science and Industrial Engineering
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San Francisco Bay Area
Jamie Klinger
Research and Evaluation Manager: Contra Costa County Health Services: Health, Housing, and Homeless Services Division
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Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
Minji Kim
Recent MA Graduate at Claremont Graduate University
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Los Angeles, CA
Aaron Aszkenazy
Development, Acquistions and Leasing at Aszkenazy Development, Inc.
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Tompkins County, NY
Swathi Chandrika
Undergraduate Research Assistant at Cornell University
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Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
Christine (Hua-Chun) Kao
Supply Chain | Lucid Motors | IT Procurement | MS Information Systems Technology | MBA
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United States
Jade Sprague
OTC Derivatives Compliance Advisory at RBC Capital Markets
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Lubbock, TX
Tyler Owen
Researcher focusing on how to design and implement interventions to improve behavior and self-regulation, through the lens of health and performance.
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Fort Worth, TX
Nick Sanchez
Business Development Manager - Dallas / Fort Worth
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New York, NY
Yoldie Badio
Project Coordinator at HealthCare Partners, IPA
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Claremont Graduate University Alumni
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The Psychology Network
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Claremont Graduate University
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