Understanding tobacco regulation and its effects on public health
Administrative Core
This study is all about figuring out how tobacco ads, packaging, and labels affect how people think about and use tobacco, and it’s designed to help researchers and health officials work together to improve tobacco regulations for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10478089 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on coordinating and supporting various projects aimed at understanding the impact of tobacco advertising, packaging, and labeling on public perception and usage. The Administrative Core will facilitate collaboration among researchers and external entities, including the FDA, to ensure rigorous scientific evaluation of tobacco regulatory practices. By establishing benchmarks and monitoring progress, the project aims to enhance the quality of tobacco regulatory science and its dissemination to the public and policymakers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals affected by tobacco use or those interested in tobacco regulation and public health.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use tobacco or are not affected by tobacco-related issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved regulations that reduce tobacco use and its associated health risks.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in tobacco regulation has shown success in influencing public health policies and reducing tobacco use through effective advertising and labeling strategies.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Strasser, Andrew a — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Strasser, Andrew a
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.