Robot 'Kebbi' leads kids through escape room to fight vaping
NCT ID NCT07501572
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a robot-assisted escape room game can help 5th and 6th graders learn about the harms of tobacco and e-cigarettes. About 200 students in Taiwan will either play the game or receive standard classroom lessons. Researchers will measure changes in knowledge, beliefs, and intentions to refuse smoking.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Robot-assisted immersive escape room game
What this could lead to
If effective, this could offer a fun, engaging way to teach kids about the dangers of tobacco and e-cigarettes, potentially preventing them from starting to smoke.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 200 students in one city, so results may not apply broadly. The effect may be short-lived or no better than standard lessons.
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Locations
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Shuangfeng Elementary School, New Taipei City
New Taipei City, Xindian District, 231040, Taiwan