Investigating how people use both combustible and electronic cigarettes to help quit smoking
Dual use of combustible and electronic cigarettes: A fine-grained naturalistic cohort study to investigate dynamic use patterns and trajectories that lead to smoking cessation
This study is looking at people who smoke regular cigarettes and use e-cigarettes to see how they switch between the two and if it helps them quit smoking for good, with the goal of finding better ways to support those trying to stop.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical University of South Carolina NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charleston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11124145 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research examines the patterns and behaviors of individuals who use both combustible cigarettes and electronic cigarettes. By following a cohort of participants over time, the study aims to understand how these dual users transition between products and whether this affects their ability to quit smoking altogether. The research will collect detailed data on daily usage patterns to identify factors that contribute to successful cessation or continued use. This information could help inform treatment strategies and public health policies regarding tobacco use.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who currently use both combustible and electronic cigarettes.
Not a fit: Patients who exclusively use either combustible cigarettes or electronic cigarettes without dual use may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for helping individuals quit smoking by understanding the dynamics of dual tobacco product use.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on tobacco use, this research focuses specifically on the dual use of combustible and electronic cigarettes, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Charleston, United States
- Medical University of South Carolina — Charleston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carpenter, Matthew J — Medical University of South Carolina
- Study coordinator: Carpenter, Matthew J
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.