National study on tobacco use and its health effects
Official title: POPULATION ASSESSMENT OF TOBACCO AND HEALTH (PATH) STUDY PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 02/01/2024 - 01/31/2029
Funded at Westat, INC. · NIH-11250876 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The PATH Study is a friendly nationwide project that looks at how using tobacco affects people's health over time, and it's for anyone who wants to help us learn more about tobacco-related health issues by sharing their experiences through surveys and interviews.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Westat, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2024 |
| Project end | November 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,000,000 |
| NIH project number | 75N95024C00003-P00005-9999-4 |
| Project ID | NIH-11250876 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals who use tobacco products or have a history of tobacco use, as well as those interested in contributing to tobacco-related health research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not use tobacco products and have no history of tobacco use may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The PATH Study is a nationwide effort that tracks tobacco use and its health impacts over time among participants across the United States. This longitudinal study collects data from individuals to understand how tobacco consumption affects health outcomes. Participants may be asked to provide information through surveys and interviews, contributing to a better understanding of tobacco-related health issues. The findings aim to inform public health policies and interventions related to tobacco use.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health strategies and interventions to reduce tobacco use and its associated health risks.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research on tobacco use and health outcomes has shown significant findings, indicating that longitudinal studies like PATH can provide valuable insights into tobacco-related health issues.
Where this research is happening
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Westat, INC.
Rockville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carusi, Charles — Westat, INC.
- Study coordinator: Carusi, Charles
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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.