Tobacco Health Message Study
Researchers at the University of North Carolina are conducting a research study to make warnings on little cigar and cigarillo packaging more effective.
Fast Facts
Currently Using Little Cigars or Cigarillos
Ages 21+
Compensation Provided
Conducted in
Chapel Hill, NC
Study Background
Researchers at the University of North Carolina are looking for adults ages 21+ who currently smoke little cigars or cigarillos for a clinical study on eye movements and packaging warnings.
We want to make warnings on tobacco products more effective. In this research study, we will track eye movements to learn more about reactions to warnings and cigar packaging, as well as feelings towards the warnings and packaging.
There is one in-person study visit lasting approximately one hour, where we will measure participants’ eye movements with a special camera attached to a computer screen. Help further research on tobacco warnings by being a part of this compensated study!
Study Background
Researchers at the University of North Carolina are looking for adults ages 21+ who currently smoke little cigars or cigarillos for a clinical study on eye movements and packaging warnings.
We want to make warnings on tobacco products more effective. In this research study, we will track eye movements to learn more about reactions to warnings and cigar packaging, as well as feelings towards the warnings and packaging.
There is one in-person study visit lasting approximately one hour, where we will measure participants’ eye movements with a special camera attached to a computer screen. Help further research on tobacco warnings by being a part of this compensated study!
Additional Information
In this study, researchers at the University of North Carolina want to learn how to make warnings on tobacco products more effective.
You may qualify for a study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
Ages 21+
Currently using little cigars or cigarillos
Free from specific eye conditions (e.g., blindness, cataracts, glaucoma, permanently dilated pupils, eye implants including artificial lenses, lazy eye, or the necessity for bifocals)
This study involves a one time visit, lasting approximately one hour, where participants will be shown various warnings and messaging about smoking little cigars and/or cigarillos.
As participants read these warnings, we will be tracking their eye movements to learn more about their reactions to the warnings and cigar packaging, as well as feelings toward the warnings and cigar packaging.
As a participant, you can receive a $100 gift card for your time and effort.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.
