Using augmented reality to help people quit smoking
Augmented Reality as an Adjunct to Quitline Counseling for Smoking Cessation
['FUNDING_R01'] · H. LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST · NIH-11093511
This study is exploring how a smartphone app using augmented reality can help people who want to quit smoking by giving them personalized support and tools to handle cravings in real-life situations.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | H. LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (TAMPA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11093511 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how augmented reality (AR) can enhance smoking cessation efforts for individuals who reach out to the Tobacco Free Florida quitline. By integrating AR technology into a smartphone app, the project aims to provide personalized support and cue-exposure treatments that can be experienced in real-world environments. The app will help users manage cravings and reinforce their commitment to quitting smoking by simulating triggers in a controlled manner. This innovative approach seeks to make cessation resources more accessible and effective for smokers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are actively seeking help to quit smoking and have contacted the Tobacco Free Florida quitline.
Not a fit: Patients who are not interested in quitting smoking or who do not have access to smartphones may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a novel and effective tool for individuals trying to quit smoking, potentially leading to higher rates of cessation.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with cue-exposure treatments in controlled settings, but this application of augmented reality in real-world environments is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
TAMPA, UNITED STATES
- H. LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST — TAMPA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: VINCI, CHRISTINE — H. LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST
- Study coordinator: VINCI, CHRISTINE
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.