Scientists pinpoint Nicotine's 'Addictive Threshold' in smokers

NCT ID NCT06096714

First seen May 05, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study aimed to find the smallest amount of nicotine that smokers can detect and find rewarding. Researchers tested 34 adult smokers with different levels of dependence. Participants received different nicotine doses and chose which they preferred. The goal was to understand how nicotine addiction starts and varies between people.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • VA Healthcare System

    West Haven, Connecticut, 06516, United States

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