Study 1 Participant Guide

This guide outlines the process for participating in our scientific study on how nutritional and physical health strategies influence employee well-being, cognitive performance, and workplace productivity at Thingylabs GmbH.

Getting Started: Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Create Your Participant Code

1. Create your unique participant code using the format: TL-YYYYMM-XXX
   • YYYYMM = Current year and month (e.g., 202311)
   • XXX = Your chosen 3-digit number (e.g., 123)
   • Example: TL-202311-123
2. Remember this code and use it consistently on all study forms.

Step 2: Complete the Entry Survey

1. Print the Entry Survey
2. Fill in your participant code at the top
3. Complete all questions
4. Submit your completed survey to your study coordinator or email to performance@thingylabs.io

Step 3: Weekly Tracking (Repeat for 8 Weeks)

1. Print a new Daily Tracker each week
2. Write your participant code and the current week number (1-8) at the top
3. Each day:
   • Check the box for each supplement taken
   • Note the dose used (e.g., pills, grams)
4. On Sunday:
   • Complete the end-of-week questions
   • Submit your completed tracker to your study coordinator or email to performance@thingylabs.io

Step 4: Complete the Exit Survey

1. After 8 weeks, print the Exit Survey
2. Fill in your participant code at the top
3. Complete all questions
4. Submit your completed survey to your study coordinator or email to performance@thingylabs.io

Supplement Protocol

Follow the Supplement Protocol for details on the substances included in this study. You may follow packaging instructions or customize your dosage based on your needs.

Important Notes

• Pseudonymous Participation: Your participant code allows us to track your progress without collecting personally identifying information.
• Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw from the study at any time.
• Data Protection: All data is collected and processed in compliance with GDPR.
• Supplement Guidance: No specific dosages or proprietary products are required—generic supplements only, per Germany/EU/Seychelles regulations.
• Questions?: Contact performance@thingylabs.io for any questions or concerns.

Study Timeline

• Study Duration: 8 weeks
• Start Date: ________
• End Date: ________
• Weekly Submissions: Due every Sunday by 11:59 PM

Thank you for participating in the Thingylabs Performance Initiative Study 1. Your contributions will help advance evidence-based practices in nutritional and physical health strategies for workplace well-being and productivity.