Cigarillo
Research Study

Researchers at West Virginia University are conducting the CLARITY study to better understand how people smoke flavored little cigars and cigarillos. This research aims to examine smoking behaviors, user experiences, and attitudes toward different products to help inform future public health efforts.

Fast Facts

Smoke cigarillos or little cigars

Ages 21-24

Compensation
up to $475

Conducted in
Morgantown, WV

Additional Information

This study is being conducted to better understand how flavored little cigars and cigarillos are used, and how they influence smoking behavior, perceptions, and experiences.

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Ages 21-24
  • Smoke cigarillos or little cigars
  • Not currently interested in reducing tobacco use
  • Not pregnant or breastfeeding
  • Willing to abstain from nicotine/tobacco products for at least 12 hours prior to laboratory sessions

If you are eligible and choose to participate, you will:

  • Complete a phone screening to determine eligibility
  • Attend 1 in-person baseline visit (about 1 hour)
  • Attend 5 additional in-person lab visits (about 1–2 hours each)
  • During study visits, smoke a cigarillo using a research device that measures smoking behavior
  • Complete surveys and computerized research tasks at each visit


All study visits take place at a research facility within approximately 25 miles of Morgantown, West Virginia.

Participants may receive compensation for their time and effort. Travel support is also available for certain study visits.

There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.

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