Using mobile health technology to help Lao people with HIV quit smoking
Official title: Implementing Sustainable mobile health Technology to Optimize smoking cessation Program for Lao people with HIV (I-STOP)
Funded at University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr · NIH-11001800 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a helpful mobile app that supports people with HIV in Laos who want to quit smoking, using fun messages and videos, while also working with doctors to connect patients to resources that can help them stop smoking.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oklahoma City, United States) |
| Project start | August 12, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $653,951 |
| NIH project number | 1U01CA294811-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11001800 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV in Laos who smoke cigarettes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not smoke or are not living with HIV may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and implementing a mobile health application designed to assist individuals with HIV in Laos to quit smoking. The program provides personalized support through interactive content such as text messages, photos, and videos delivered via smartphones. It also incorporates a strategy called Ask-Advise-Connect, which encourages healthcare providers to identify smoking patients and connect them with cessation resources. By comparing two different implementation strategies in various clinics, the research aims to determine the most effective way to support smoking cessation among this vulnerable population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve smoking cessation rates among people with HIV in Laos, leading to better health outcomes and reduced cancer risk.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that mobile health interventions can be effective in promoting smoking cessation, indicating a promising approach for this population.
Where this research is happening
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University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
Oklahoma City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bui, Thanh C. — University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
- Study coordinator: Bui, Thanh C.
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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.