Award
Boston University Medical Campus 5UH3DE028866-06
Delivery of a Smoking Cessation Induction Intervention Via Virtual Reality Headset During a Dental Cleaning
Recipient
Boston University Medical Campus
Award Amount
$792,238.00
Ceiling
$792,238.00
Awarded
August 13, 2024
Identifier
5UH3DE028866-06
Award for a project to deliver a smoking cessation intervention via virtual reality during dental cleanings, funded by NIDCR with $792,238, involving randomized trials and multiple study phases.
Description
This project focuses on delivering a smoking cessation intervention using virtual reality technology during dental cleanings, targeting underserved populations to improve public health outcomes. The project is funded by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) under the grant PAR-18-656, with a total award amount of $792,238. The project involves randomized efficacy trials and includes multiple phases, including intervention finalization, usability studies, and assessments of effectiveness and satisfaction.