Comparing smartphone and in-person training to help schoolteachers reduce tobacco use in India
Scaling up tobacco control in India: Comparing smartphone to in-person training for implementing an evidence-based intervention to reduce tobacco use among schoolteachers
This study is looking at the best way to help schoolteachers in India quit using tobacco by comparing two training methods: one that’s done in person and another that uses smartphones, so we can find out which one works better for teachers who can really make a difference in their communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Dana-Farber Cancer Inst NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10907545 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to effectively implement a tobacco cessation program for schoolteachers in India by comparing two training methods: in-person and smartphone-based. The study aims to identify which method is more effective in promoting tobacco use cessation among teachers, who play a vital role in influencing their communities. By leveraging the widespread use of smartphones in educational settings, the research seeks to provide a flexible and cost-effective approach to tobacco control. The ultimate goal is to reduce tobacco-related deaths in India through the successful implementation of evidence-based interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are schoolteachers in India who are involved in tobacco control efforts and are willing to participate in training programs.
Not a fit: Patients who are not schoolteachers or those who do not have access to smartphones may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more effective and scalable approach to reducing tobacco use among schoolteachers, ultimately decreasing tobacco-related deaths in India.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar tobacco cessation interventions, but this specific comparison of training methods is a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Dana-Farber Cancer Inst — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nagler, Eve M — Dana-Farber Cancer Inst
- Study coordinator: Nagler, Eve M
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.