Smoking Study
Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center are conducting a study on personalized brain stimulation for behaviors like smoking and overeating.
Fast Facts
Adults 21+ Who Smoke 5+ Cigarettes, Little Cigars, and/or Cigarillos Per Day
Personalized Neurostimulation & Brain Imaging
Compensation
Provided
Conducted in
Houston, TX
Study Background
Help us improve brain-based treatments for smoking and overeating.
Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) is an FDA-approved, noninvasive brain stimulation technique used to treat conditions like depression, OCD, and nicotine addiction. This study explores how rTMS might be tailored to individuals to help address unhealthy behaviors such as excessive eating or tobacco use.
Participants will undergo a brief series of assessments, including brainwave (EEG) monitoring and rTMS sessions, to help researchers better understand how the brain responds. The ultimate goal is to develop more effective, personalized rTMS treatments that support long-term behavior change.
Study Background
Help us improve brain-based treatments for smoking and overeating.
Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) is an FDA-approved, noninvasive brain stimulation technique used to treat conditions like depression, OCD, and nicotine addiction. This study explores how rTMS might be tailored to individuals to help address unhealthy behaviors such as excessive eating or tobacco use.
Participants will undergo a brief series of assessments, including brainwave (EEG) monitoring and rTMS sessions, to help researchers better understand how the brain responds. The ultimate goal is to develop more effective, personalized rTMS treatments that support long-term behavior change.
Additional Information
We want to understand how the brain reacts to rTMS so we can develop personalized treatments for smoking and overeating.
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Smoke 5+ cigarettes, little cigars, and/or cigarillos per day
- Ages 21-60
First, you’ll complete a phone screen and baseline phone visit. If eligible, you’ll attend two in-person visits (each 4–5 hours), including EEG and rTMS procedures. Follow-up phone calls will occur the day after each visit.
Yes. Participants can earn up to $395 for completing all study visits and calls. A parking voucher is also provided for in-person visits.
There is no cost for you to participate in our study.