Superhero vs. vape: comic book takes on teen E-Cigarette use
NCT ID NCT07737080
First seen Jul 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether a comic book called 'The Villainous Vape' can reduce teens' curiosity and intention to try e-cigarettes. About 90 adolescents aged 12-17 from Orleans County, New York, will be randomly assigned to read the comic or receive a standard educational flyer. Researchers will measure satisfaction and changes in susceptibility to vaping three months later.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- a comic book about vaping prevention
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this comic book could offer a new, engaging way to prevent teens from starting to vape.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial focused on feasibility, not proof of effectiveness. The comic may not change behavior long-term.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 90 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Sep 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Mar 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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12 to 17 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Know how to read and speak English and/or Spanish * Be at least 12 but no greater than 17 years old * Be willing to complete three study visits over Zoom or a phone call * Live in Orleans County, New York Exclusion Criteria: * A household member participating in the study * Living outside of Orleans County, New York
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Rochester Medical Center
Rochester, New York, 14642, United States
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