National study on tobacco use and its health effects in the U.S.
Official title: POPULATION ASSESSMENT OF TOBACCO AND HEALTH (PATH) STUDY PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 02/01/2024 - 01/31/2029
Funded at Westat, INC. · NIH-11212867 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The PATH Study is looking at how using tobacco affects people's health over time, and by joining in, you can help us understand these effects better and improve future health programs for everyone.
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 | January 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,750,000 |
| NIH project number | 75N95024C00003-P00002-9999-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11212867 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include current and former tobacco users, as well as individuals who have never used tobacco, across various demographics.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not use tobacco and have no interest in tobacco-related health issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The PATH Study investigates how tobacco use affects the health of individuals across the United States over time. Participants from diverse backgrounds contribute data on their tobacco consumption and related health outcomes. This longitudinal approach allows researchers to track changes and trends in tobacco use and its health impacts, providing valuable insights into public health. By participating, individuals can help shape future tobacco control policies and health interventions.
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 longitudinal studies on tobacco use have shown significant success in understanding health impacts and informing public health policies.
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
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.