Engaging communities to improve smoking cessation and health behavior change resources
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT AND OUTREACH SUPPORT FOR HEALTH BEHAVIOR CHANGE AND CANCER CONTROL RESOURCES
This study is all about improving tools and support to help people quit smoking and take care of their mental health, making sure these resources are easy to use and meet the needs of different communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icf, INC., LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fairfax, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11175219 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing smoking cessation and behavioral health services developed by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) for various population groups. It aims to support the ongoing development and adoption of these services within the public health community and engage research communities to advance mobile health interventions. The approach includes creating and maintaining digital platforms, conducting outreach through social media and email, and refining digital tools based on user feedback. Stakeholder engagement will be facilitated through virtual webinars and seminars to ensure the resources meet community needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals seeking support for smoking cessation and those interested in behavioral health resources.
Not a fit: Patients who are not seeking to quit smoking or are not engaged in behavioral health interventions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to effective smoking cessation resources and behavioral health interventions for diverse populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in community engagement and mobile health interventions for smoking cessation, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Fairfax, United States
- Icf, INC., LLC — Fairfax, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kendrick, Brandon — Icf, INC., LLC
- Study coordinator: Kendrick, Brandon
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.