A mobile app to help transgender adults quit smoking
Proud to Quit (P2Q): A Person-centered mobile technology intervention for smoking cessation among transgender adults
This study is testing a new mobile app to help transgender adults quit smoking by offering personalized support and resources that fit their unique needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10933397 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research develops a mobile technology intervention specifically designed to assist transgender adults in quitting smoking. It addresses the unique challenges faced by this population, who are disproportionately affected by tobacco use and often encounter barriers to traditional cessation programs. The intervention aims to provide tailored support and resources, making it easier for transgender individuals to access smoking cessation help. By leveraging mobile health technology, the project seeks to improve health outcomes and facilitate access to necessary care for transgender adults.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are transgender adults aged 21 and older who are seeking to quit smoking.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as transgender or who are not interested in quitting smoking may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve smoking cessation rates among transgender adults, leading to better overall health and access to gender-affirming care.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that mobile health interventions can be effective in promoting smoking cessation, particularly among underserved populations, suggesting a promising avenue for this specific approach.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado Denver — Aurora, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sun, Christina Jiayi — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: Sun, Christina Jiayi
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.