Chicago STOP Smoking Research Project

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The University of Chicago in Illinois is conducting a research study to test an investigational study drug for smoking cessation. This study drug is currently used for the treatment of alcohol and opiate addictions and might also be helpful for nicotine addiction.

The Principal Investigator, Andrea King, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at the University of Chicago. She has received a five-year grant from the National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA) to examine an investigational study drug in smoking cessation.

The study is called the Chicago STOP Smoking Research Project (C-STOP). Please explore this website to learn more about the study. If you have any additional questions after reviewing the site, please email us at stopsmoking@uchicago.edu.

We are looking for adult smokers in the Illinois Chicagoland area who wish to quit smoking. This website is designed to provide you with more information about the study and what is involved.

To apply for the study, click on the “Apply Now” link at the top of the page. This will take you to a secured and confidential survey. We will review your information to determine if you pre-qualify for the study. If you do, we will contact you by phone to ask you some more questions. If you do not qualify, we will provide you with alternate options for quitting smoking.

C-STOP FACTS:

• C-STOP will enroll participants from June 2006 to June 2008.
• Smoking cessation counseling, nicotine patches, and the study drug are provided at no cost.
• The study involves a screening session, 10 study visits, and 2 follow-up interviews.
• There are financial compensations for your travel expenses and for your time in completing study measures.
• We are located in Hyde Park, 5 miles south of the Loop. We also have locations in the West Loop and Lakeview.

Are you ready to stop smoking? Would you like to be considered for this trial? Please click here to apply now!