Helping Hispanic adults quit smoking using a smartphone app and nicotine therapy
Providing nicotine replacement therapy to enhance the efficacy of a smoking cessation smartphone app for Hispanic adults
This study is testing a helpful smartphone app called iCanQuit, which works with nicotine replacement therapy to support Hispanic adults who want to quit smoking by providing easy access to resources and guidance.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11073550 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to improve smoking cessation efforts among Hispanic adults by combining a smartphone app with nicotine replacement therapy. The app, called iCanQuit, utilizes behavioral interventions based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support users in quitting smoking. By addressing barriers such as lack of access to traditional treatments and healthcare guidance, this project seeks to provide effective resources for Hispanic adults who want to quit smoking. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of this combined approach in promoting long-term abstinence from smoking.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Hispanic adults who are current smokers and are looking for effective ways to quit.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Hispanic or those who do not use smartphones may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase smoking cessation rates among Hispanic adults, leading to improved health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar smartphone app interventions for smoking cessation, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bricker, Jonathan B — Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Bricker, Jonathan B
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.