Investigating the effects of tobacco regulations in rural Appalachian communities
Official title: Appalachian Tobacco Regulatory Science Team (AppalTRuST)
Funded at University of Kentucky · NIH-10934518 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how tobacco rules from the FDA affect young people under 21 in rural areas, and it aims to see how these rules change their tobacco use habits over time, all while working closely with local communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $3,866,213 |
| NIH project number | 5U54DA058256-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10934518 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals under 21 years old living in rural Appalachian areas who use or are at risk of using tobacco products.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in rural Appalachian communities or are over the age of 21 may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The Appalachian Tobacco Regulatory Science Team (AppalTRuST) aims to understand how FDA tobacco regulations impact rural communities, particularly focusing on tobacco use behaviors among individuals under 21. The research involves a multidisciplinary approach, utilizing data collection and analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of regulatory policies on tobacco use and cessation. By collaborating with local communities, the team will assess how these policies influence behaviors related to both conventional and novel tobacco products over time.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved tobacco regulation policies that better support rural communities in reducing tobacco use and promoting healthier choices.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that targeted regulatory policies can effectively reduce tobacco use in specific populations, suggesting that this approach may yield beneficial results.
Where this research is happening
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University of Kentucky
Lexington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rose, Shyanika W — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Rose, Shyanika W
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.