Culturally tailored smoking-cessation resources for American Indian people
Official title: Randomized Clinical Trial of a Culturally-Tailored Suite of Smoking Cessation Resources for American Indian Persons
Funded at University of Minnesota · NIH-11395454 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A randomized study tests culturally tailored digital smoking-cessation tools designed for American Indian individuals to help them quit smoking.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $1,761,127 |
| NIH project number | 4R01CA290675-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11395454 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
American Indian adults who smoke and are seeking to quit, especially those connected to AI-serving clinics or tribal communities.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals not interested in digital quit-support resources or not connected to AI communities may see little benefit.
What this research studies
This project aims to adapt and test Smokefree resources—texts, app, website, and social media—so they fit American Indian cultures and communities. The study will enroll AI participants and compare smoking-cessation outcomes when using culturally tailored materials versus standard resources. It will involve collaboration with tribes, AI-serving clinics, and community advisory boards to ensure relevance and acceptance. Outcomes will focus on quit rates, engagement with the tools, and participant satisfaction, using digital delivery methods accessible via smartphones and other devices.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, AI individuals may have higher quit rates and better support through culturally resonant digital tools.
How similar studies have gone: Previous general-population studies showed greater engagement and cessation with digital resources; this study tests culturally tailored versions in AI communities.
Where this research is happening
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carroll, Dana Mowls — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Carroll, Dana Mowls
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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.