Brain scans reveal best Anti-Vaping ads to stop young vapers from smoking

NCT ID NCT05447325

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether showing anti-vaping messages to young adults who vape can keep them from starting to smoke cigarettes. 180 participants will have their brains scanned and then receive different types of anti-vaping ads over a year. Researchers will track their vaping, smoking, and nicotine use to see which messages work best.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Anti-vaping public service announcement images

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show which anti-vaping messages work best to keep young vapers from starting to smoke cigarettes.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage study focused on measuring brain activity and survey responses, not on proving a treatment works. Results may not lead to a clear intervention.

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Locations

  • UGA Bio-imaging Research Center

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    Athens, Georgia, 30602, United States

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