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Flape Study

E-cigarettes (vapes) are harmful and popular. Although a few studies show that they may help some cigarette smokers quit, they are not without dangers and could potentially lead some to start smoking. A particular concern is the high rate of vaping among the youth, pointing to the risk of a new generation becoming addicted to nicotine.

Flavors are a key factor in the popularity of e-cigarettes. To address this, the Ministry of Health, Welfare, and Sport (VWS) has commissioned Wageningen University (WUR) and the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) to study the appeal of e-cigarette flavors across different demographic groups. This study aims to characterize the flavor and appeal of different e-cigarettes. The findings will guide the Ministry of VWS on strategies to prevent nicotine addiction.

What do we ask from you?

We expect you to join three sessions of each 30 minutes, where you will evaluate various flavors by smelling and vaping.

Only nicotine-free e-cigarettes will be used in our research.

When and where?

The study will be conducted in Wageningen, from October 2024 to January 2025. Exact dates will be determined in consultation.

Who can participate?

You are eligible to participate if you:

  • Vape at least once a week (nicotine-free or nicotine).
  • Are aged between 18 and 55 years.
  • Are in good general health.
  • Understand English without difficulty.
  • Have a normal sense of smell and taste.
  • Are not allergic to any of the components of the products we will be testing.
  • Are not currently pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant.
  • Are not employed by the Department of Human Nutrition at Wageningen University, nor are you conducting an MSc thesis or internship at the Chair Group of Sensory Science and Eating Behavior at Wageningen University.
  • Are not currently participating in medical scientific research.

What's in it for you?

  • A financial compensation of €25 for participating in the entire study.
  • A compensation of €5 in the form of a gift voucher if it is determined during the screening that you are not eligible to participate in the study.

Exact data in consultation

The preliminary schedule below offers an indicative timeline, which may change
still. If no time is indicated, we test between 10:00 and 17:30. There has to
be at least one day in between the screening, smelling, and vaping session. If
you have questions regarding the schedule please email us:

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More information or want to sign up?

Are you interested in participating in the study and want to learn more? Please read the information brochure for a detailed description of the study.

Sign-up:

Registration form

Email: flape@wur.nl

Tel: 06 2964 6991

Responses are preferred via email, but please include your phone number so we can call you back.

Disclaimer: WUR aims to discourage tobacco and related product use and prevent nicotine addiction. This study contributes to achieving this goal.