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

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

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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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

nicotine dependence Tobacco Use

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Shuangfeng Elementary School, New Taipei City

    New Taipei City, Xindian District, 231040, Taiwan