Larner College of Medicine

Research

Current and past research conducted by VCBH. To join a study, please see requirements and contact information below.

Current Studies

E-Cigarette Flavor Study

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UVM studies whether vape flavors affect nicotine's impact. Participants (21+, current JUUL users) try Virginia Tobacco and Menthol flavors with varying nicotine doses over 6 video sessions and curbside pickup. Must abstain 16 hours before sessions. Earn up to $200. Supported by NIH and FDA. 

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Helping Pregnant Alaskan Natives to Quit Smoking

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Alaska Native pregnant women who smoke, are 18+, own a smartphone, and want to quit can join a study by ANTHC and UVM. It runs during pregnancy and six months postpartum, including breath and saliva tests, surveys, and brief counseling. Participants can earn $350-$1,620.

Call/Text: (802) 448-0474 

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) 

Alaska Native Quit Smoking Facebook 

Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PET) Study

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UVM studies PTSD treatment for OUD patients on methadone or buprenorphine. Participants (18+) with trauma get a 3-hour intake, three remote or in-person follow-ups, and optional weekly 60-min therapy for 12 weeks. Compensation: $240-$1,160.

Call: (802) 656-4102 

Tobacco Study on Cigarettes and E-Cigarettes

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The Vermont Center on Behavior and Health (VCBH) at the University of Vermont (UVM) is conducting a study to help scientists understand tobacco use among adults who use cigarette and e-cigarette.

This study is for adults (aged 21 or older) who:

  1. Smoke cigarettes and use e-cigarettes
  2. Are not interested in quitting right now, and
  3. Willing to visit our clinic.

This study involves weekly sessions and exchanges of study product. Flexible scheduling and compensation up to $1,976 is offered.

Please text or call us at: (802) 213-8956

Eligibility Survey

Tobacco Study for Cigarettes with Varying Nicotine Levels

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This study examines how e-cigarettes affect the use of cigarettes with varying nicotine levels.  
We seek smokers aged 21-70 uninterested in quitting for weekly sessions involving product exchanges.  
Flexible scheduling and up to $2,796 compensation are provided. 

Eligibility Survey 

Past Research

Minnesota Tobacco Withdrawal Scale

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Minnesota Tobacco Withdrawal Scale

Dr. John R. Hughes developed the Minnesota Tobacco Withdrawal Scale, which evaluates the effects of smoking cessation. Dr. Hughes is a professor emeritus and a co-PI on the TCORS grant within the VCBH. 

Background (PDF)

Instructions (PDF) 

Self-Rating (PDF)

Observer Rating (PDF) 

Comparison of Scales, and DSM & ICD (PDF)

Translations (PDF)