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Research at InsideOut

InsideOut Institute is Australia's national leader in eating disorder research. Our work spans clinical trials, digital innovation, and translation into real-world practice. Through global research partnerships, we are advancing knowledge to improve prevention, early intervention, and treatment for eating disorders, with the ultimate goal of finding a cure.

Studies Currently Recruiting

The University of Melbourne

Feel Better with Nature: A Daily Life Experience

Researchers from the University of Melbourne are seeking research participants to take part in a multi-part study investigating how spending time in nature influences body image and daily eating patterns.

Now Open

Closing: 01 Dec 26

University of Edinburgh

The Influence of Food Diary Social Media Content on Body Image Perception and Disordered Eating Behaviours Among Young Adults

Researchers at the University of Edinburgh are exploring the relationship between social media food diary content (e.g., “What I Eat in a Day” vlogs) and the body image and eating behaviours of young adults aged 18-29.

Now Open

Closing: 31 Mar 26

Curtin University

Development and Psychometric Evaluation of a Scale for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder

Researchers at Curtin University are aiming to develop a brief and psychometrically valid measure of ARFID symptomatology, and are seeking to test this survey in a community sample of those self-reporting eating challenges.

Now Open

Closing: 31 Mar 26

Curtin University

Exploring the Aetiology of Eating Disorders and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Co-occurrence Through Lived Experience

Researchers at Curtin University are examining the interaction between disordered eating and trauma-related symptoms.

Now Open

Closing: 31 Mar 26

Monash University

Repurposed Medications for Anorexia Nervosa: An Innovative Treatment Approach

This clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of 3 medications: brexpiprazole, memantine and zinc in treating anorexia nervosa (AN). Building on preliminary evidence suggesting these medications' role in mood, cognition, and eating disorder behaviours, this study aims to explore the therapeutic potential in addressing the multifaceted symptoms of AN.

Now Open

Closing: 30 Apr 26

The University of Sydney

The livED project - Be the voice of change for people with eating disorders

Researchers at InsideOut Institute are hoping to fill the gaps and silences about eating disorders through ‘livED’.

Now Open

Closing: 31 Dec 27

The University of Melbourne

A Study of TikTok Use

We are interested in understanding the degree to which people view and engage with appearance-oriented videos on TikTok

Now Open

Closing: 11 Aug 26

The University of Sydney

The Barriers to Healthy Living in Everyday Life

We are conducting a research study about how people understand their own health and wellbeing (and the health and wellbeing of others) in the context of social, political, economic, cultural, and environmental factors. We would like to better understand how people think about the relationship between their bodies, health, history, and changes in their lives.

Now Open

Closing: 30 Apr 26

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