Researchers from the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences at the University of Washington are planning to do a study measuring how different computer input devices affect how people use computers. We hope the results of this study will help us evaluate the ergonomic aptitude of current designs and potentially lead to the identification of additional design modifications to further promote effective ergonomics and health.
The duration of the study is:
2 to 4 hours
You will be asked to use:
Keyboards
We will measure:
Wrist posture with goniometers
Muscle activity with electrogmyography
Typing forces with a force platform
Preference questionnaires
Comfort questionnaires
All of these measurements are non-invasive and minimal risk. If you do decide to participate, you will be compensated $20/hr for your time. This money will be paid in cash.
Taking part in this study is voluntary. If you are interested in participating in the study or just want more information, please contact Erin Stamper, project coordinator, at 206-543-4727 or via the email address listed below.
*Please note that we cannot guarantee the confidentiality of information sent by e-mail
Thank you.
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Jeong Ho "Jay" Kim
Ph.D Candidate, Dept. of Industrial & Systems Engineering
Predoctoral Research Associate, Dept. of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences
Ergonomics Laboratory
University of Washington
Seattle, WA 98195
206-543-4544
http://students.washington.edu/jhkim01
