The ARLA Study

Interested in maintaining muscle mass as you age?

We’re looking for older adults to take part in a new study investigating how to maintain muscle mass in older age.

If you're interested in taking part, read our participant information sheet, then click below to register your interest and a member of the study team will get in touch with you.

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About the study

This study is testing the affects of a known drug called Rapamune on muscle ageing in older adults. This is a 16-week study during which you will be asked to take a daily dose of either Rapamune or a placebo, and to follow a resistance-training program.

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Who can take part?

You may be eligible to take part in this study if:

You're a man aged 55 or older
You're in good health
You're able to travel to Royal Derby Hospital for study visits

You may be eligible to take part in this study if:

You're a man aged 55 or older
You're in good health
You're able to travel to Royal Derby Hospital for study visits

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What are the benefits of taking part?

Learn more about your own muscle structure and function

Potential to see increased strength & fitness from resistance training

£400 inconvenience allowance on completion of the study

We'd love to hear from you!

If you're interested in taking part in this study, click below to register your interest and a member of the study team will get in touch with you.

This study has been reviewed and approved by the University of Nottingham Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Research Ethics Committee.