Seeking female smokers for a research study

Researchers at Penn State University need your help.!

Participate in a five-session laboratory study investigating low nicotine cigarettes. You will be asked to come into our laboratory for a total of five visits.  The first visit will last 1 hour and the remaining four sessions will last about 3.5 hours. You can earn up to $260.00 total. Refreshments provided at each session. Watch TV, study, or read between doing study-related tasks. For more information, contact the Behavioral Neurogenetics Laboratory at 814-867-5301 or at (BNLatPSU@gmail.com).

This study is under the direction of Helen Kamens, Ph.D. (Biobehavioral Health; 814-865-1269)

Penn State IRB Approval Number: 
STUDY00005152

Participant Inclusion Criteria

Gender criteria: 
Female
Starting Age in Years: 
18
Additional Inclusion Criteria: 

To be eligible for this study, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Gender: Female
  • Age: 18 Years or older
  • Smoke 10+ cigarettes per day
  • Smoke for at least 6 months
  • Have an expired CO >= 10 ppm on an afternoon screening visit
Exclusion Criteria: 

You are not eligible if any of the following applies to you:

  • Report use of tobacco products other than traditional cigarettes
  • Report use of menthol cigarettes
  • Current use of tobacco treatment medication or nicotine replacement products
  • Pregnant females
  • Currently taking antidepressants, mood stabilizers, or anxiolytic medications
  • Having a respiratory illness exacerbated by smoking
  • A history of anemia or low hemoglobin levels measured on an afternoon screening visit
Will compensation be provided?: 
Yes

Study Dates, Times and Location

Location of Study: 
308 Chandlee Laboratory
By Appointment?: 
Yes
Study Length Details: 
Approximate Participant Study Length: 15 Hours - Screening Activities: 1 hour ($10) - Laboratory Visits: 3.5 hour ($50) each - Completion Bonus: ($50) Compensation: $10-$260

Contact Information

Contact Name: 
Dr. Helen Kamens
Contact Email: 
BNLatPSU@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 
814-867-5301