Creating a technology tool to help college students understand cannabis use
Official title: Development and Acceptability Testing of a Technology-based Intervention to Reduce College Students' Cannabis Misuse
Funded at Washington State University · NIH-11056639 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a helpful tool for college students to learn about the risks of using cannabis and how to make smart choices about cannabis products, with the goal of reducing misuse among young adults.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pullman, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2024 |
| Project end | September 29, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $668,110 |
| NIH project number | 1R34DA060303-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11056639 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are college students aged 18 to 24 who are currently enrolled in universities located in states where recreational cannabis is legal.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not enrolled in college or who are outside the age range of 18 to 24 may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a technology-based intervention aimed at educating college students about the risks associated with cannabis use and helping them navigate the complex marketplace of cannabis products. The intervention will enhance students' knowledge of cannabis laws and products, improve their ability to make informed choices, and alter their perceptions of the risks involved. By utilizing feedback from focus groups and testing the intervention's acceptability, the research aims to ensure that the tool is effective and user-friendly for college students. The ultimate goal is to reduce cannabis misuse among young adults.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower college students with the knowledge and skills to make safer choices regarding cannabis use.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that educational interventions can effectively reduce substance misuse among young adults, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Washington State University
Pullman, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Willoughby, Jessica Fitts — Washington State University
- Study coordinator: Willoughby, Jessica Fitts
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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.