Memory and Imagination, People and Locations Study
By Harvard University's Schacter Memory Lab
This is a paid, two session study. The entire study will be approximately 6 hours long, and requires participants to come in on two separate days.
This is an ongoing program.
If eligible and interested in participating in the study, please contact us and we can set up a time that works best for your schedule.
Age: Senior Adult.
We are looking for healthy, mentally active, older adults who range from 65-90 years old.
No application or registration needed.
Free!
For your time and participation you will be compensated $15 an hour.
Location
- In-person only.
33 Kirkland Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
If you are able to drive we have free parking located behind the building. If you take public transportation we are a short walk away from the Red Line.
Refreshments provided.
Additional information
Session 1: This session consists of writing 40 unique memories that you have experienced within the past 10 years. Approximate time commitment: 4 hours
Session 2: This session consists of an in-person computer task, based on the 40 unique memories you previously developed. Approximate time commitment: 2 hours
Program continues to run during Winter vacation, February vacation, and April vacation.
Last updated November 6, 2023.