ARAC was in Maryland this week to meet face-to-face with the  FDA  Center of Tobacco Products (CTP) Office of Science (OS). There to discuss ARAC’s perspective on behavioral science research methods for premarket tobacco product applications (PMTAs), specifically related to Module 6 methods, study design, and analytical approaches to ensure robust, science-driven evaluations.  At ARAC, our team of behavioral scientists, statisticians, and survey methodologists work tirelessly

For years the UK has served as a forward-thinking exemplar of Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR). Public Health England and the Royal College of Physicians is the source of the oft-cited (though not uncontroversial) claim that e-cigarettes are 95% safer  than cigarettes and the UK is home to the HQ of the prestigious Cochrane library which produces the gold-standard reviews that have consistently reported that the use of nicotine e-cigarettes surpasses the efficacy of ‘usual treatm

Keller and Heckman LLP 's E-Vapor and Tobacco Law Symposium returned for it's 9th annual conference. The symposium was held Monday, January 27 - Tuesday, January 28, 2025, in Las Vegas, NV, right before the Total Products Expo (TPE)! This two-day comprehensive seminar is designed to provide in-depth knowledge on legal, regulatory, and scientific issues that are essential for tobacco, nicotine, and CBD/hemp product manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and retailers. Excite

Big Changes Coming for Smokers: What You Need to Know About the FDA’s Proposed Nicotine Cap The FDA just dropped a game-changing proposal that could reshape the future of smoking in the U.S. — and you need to know about it. If approved, the rule will slash nicotine levels in cigarettes to a fraction of what they are today, making them non-addictive. The goal? To help millions quit smoking for good. Sounds like a public health win, right? Maybe. But the reality is more complic

Next week, the entire ARAC team is gathering for ARAC's bi-annual SUMMIT, complete with goal setting and strategic business discussions. This session is especially meaningful because we’re welcoming several phenomenal new team associates — exceptional Behavioral Scientists and leaders from academia and other applied industry settings. While they bring immense expertise, many are new to the tobacco and nicotine field. That’s why the Total Product Expo (TPE) is such a timely an

2Firsts Successfully Hosts 2025 Global NGP Compliance Development Symposium: Spotlighting Emerging Trends and Advancing Industry Compliance It was such an honor for Dr. Jessica Zdinak , Chief Research Officer, to present the importance of compliance to the U.S. regulatory process and how manufacturers can improve their Module 6 studies to align with FDA’s expectations and needs. Dr. Jessica Zdinak gave a presentation on the "Challenges and Considerations for Companies Applyi

As we step into 2025, we are excited to announce a new team infrastructure tailored to the next phase of ARAC’s growth. Restructuring has led to the creation of new positions that align with our long-term vision and the future needs of the company. This realignment ensures that we remain agile, innovative, and positioned to deliver exceptional results to our clients. We’re thrilled to announce that  Samuel C. Hampsher-Monk  has joined ARAC as our new VP, Global Regulatory Str

HAPPY NEW YEAR from ARAC! Our team is filled with excitement for the opportunities ahead. Here’s to a year of continued growth, impact, and achieving BIG goals in 2025! Tune-in to an ARAC greeting from around the world!

While on-site in GREECE at  GTNF Conferences , Dr. Jessica Zdinak was honored to conduct a virtual INTERVIEW with the talented  Hannah Rhodes , Senior Writer with  Alternative Nicotine Trade Resource Magazine . ISSUE 3 is now LIVE featuring  Dr. Jessica Zdinak  in the "EXPERT EXCHANGE" article on PAGES 59-61. Tune-in to read their conversation on prevailing industry trends. READ HERE:  https://lnkd.in/ejPC5JTk KEY HIGHLIGHTS: • Positive reinforcement is key to behavioral chan

Please welcome ARAC's newest associate to the Medical Monitoring Team, Amanda Cox, Clinical Research Nurse . Amanda will work closely alongside Liz DeMartini, Lead Research Nurse, as a dynamic duo enhancing ARAC’s capabilities, offering on-site facility trainings and clinical assessments. This team further showcases ARAC’s commitment to ensure a successful project implementation and ethical conduct focused on human subject protections. Contact the Medical Monitoring Team : 80

Introduction Quitting smoking is one of the most significant steps toward better health, but for many, it's a difficult road. New options like oral nicotine products (ONP) are gaining popularity as smoking cessation tools, with flavored varieties leading the charge. Recent research has shown that flavored nicotine products—particularly mint, fruit and other novel flavors—could play an essential role in helping smokers reduce or quit their cigarette use altogether. But how eff