Biophilic Office Design Study

Overview

About this study

This study aims to measure the effects of biophilic visual features and acoustic features on office worker's mood and connectedness to nature, stress levels, perceived productivity, attention restoration and cognitive performance.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

Must be adults between the ages of 18 and 60
Ability to provide informed consent
Ability to relocate to the Well Living Lab for 10 consecutive weeks

Exclusion Criteria:

Individuals who are shift-workers
Individuals diagnosed with vascular diseases (i.e., Raynaud’s disease, peripheral artery disease, etc.)
Individuals with diagnosed neurological and psychiatric disorders
Drug (illegal or prescription narcotic), nicotine, or alcohol dependency
Women who are lactating, pregnant or intend to become pregnant during the duration of the study
Individuals who are taking medications (either prescribed or over-the-counter) which may affect stress levels
Individuals with known severe allergies to plants/trees
Individuals with moderate to severe hearing impairments (i.e., severe presbycusis)
Individuals with severe vision impairments

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location	Status
Rochester, Minn. Mayo Clinic principal investigator Brent Bauer, M.D.	Closed for enrollment

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Brent Bauer, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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