Creating messages to help smokers who use both e-cigarettes and regular cigarettes
Designing and evaluating communication for dual users of e-cigarettes and combustible cigarettes
This study is looking to find better ways to talk to people who use both e-cigarettes and regular cigarettes about quitting smoking, by understanding what makes it hard for them to stop and what might help them make that change.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10878862 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop effective communication strategies for individuals who use both e-cigarettes and combustible cigarettes. It focuses on understanding the motivations and barriers these dual users face in quitting smoking. Through focus groups, the research will gather insights on how dual users perceive their smoking habits and what messages might encourage them to quit. The ultimate goal is to inform these users about the health risks associated with their smoking behaviors and promote cessation.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 21 and older who currently use both e-cigarettes and combustible cigarettes.
Not a fit: Patients who exclusively use either e-cigarettes or combustible cigarettes without dual use may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective communication strategies that help dual users quit smoking, improving their overall health.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically targeting dual users, similar communication strategies have shown promise in encouraging smoking cessation among other populations.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Byron, Michael Justin — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Byron, Michael Justin
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.