Examining how product features affect young adult use of electronic nicotine delivery systems.
Official title: Using Real Time Data to Examine the Impact of Product Characteristics on Young Adult ENDS Use
Funded at University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr · NIH-11084875 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how young adults use e-cigarettes and similar products in their everyday lives, focusing on things like flavors and nicotine levels to better understand their habits and the risk of addiction.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oklahoma City, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2025 |
| Project end | April 30, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $595,400 |
| NIH project number | 1R01DA060878-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11084875 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18 to 21 who use or are considering using electronic nicotine delivery systems.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not use electronic nicotine delivery systems or are outside the age range of 18 to 21 may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the patterns of use and characteristics of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) among young adults, focusing on real-time data collection to capture their behaviors accurately. Traditional methods often rely on self-reported data, which can lead to inaccuracies, especially in understanding how different product features like flavors and nicotine levels influence usage. By employing innovative techniques such as Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA), the study aims to provide a clearer picture of ENDS use and its potential for addiction. This approach will help identify how product characteristics impact young adults' behaviors in real-world settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better regulatory policies and product designs that minimize addiction risks for young adults.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that real-time data collection methods can provide valuable insights into substance use behaviors, indicating a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
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University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
Oklahoma City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hebert, Emily Taylor — University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
- Study coordinator: Hebert, Emily Taylor
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.