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Shaping Tobacco Harm Reduction Through Data-Driven Research and Behavioral Insights
In today’s fast-evolving regulatory landscape, especially around tobacco products and public health, data-driven insights have become critical to guiding innovation and policy. One company at the forefront of this movement is ARAC, a specialized research firm dedicated to social and behavioral sciences with a particular focus on tobacco harm reduction. With a range of customized research services, ARAC supports clients globally, helping manufacturers, public health advocates,
Nov 12, 20244 min read


OWNiT Networking Mixer
Attention LADIES & ALLYS!!! Join the OWNiT | Organization of Women in Nicotine & Tobacco and ARAC at a Networking Mixer at Dirty Habit in DC! COMMENT BELOW if we will see you there! A cozy outdoor courtyard fire pit lounge to sip, snack, mix and mingle! At the epicenter of Penn Quarter and Chinatown, just beyond the bustle of DC’s main corridors lies Dirty Habit Restaurant & Cocktail lounge . OWNiT exists to empower and foster the advancement of women in the nicotine and t
Oct 8, 20241 min read


Join OWNiT
OWNiT | Organization of Women in Nicotine & Tobacco. Empowering and fostering the advancement of women in the nicotine and tobacco space....
Oct 4, 20241 min read


"MOST OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO INDUSTRY" | 2024 Golden Leaf Awards
We are thrilled to announce that ARAC has been awarded the "BMJ Most Outstanding Service to Industry" AWARD at the annual Golden Leaf Awards during GTNF 2024 in Athens, Greece! 🏆 GTNF Conferences The annual Golden Leaf Awards program, sponsored exclusively by BMJ , recognizes outstanding contributions by companies associated with the global tobacco and nicotine industries. Tobacco Reporter accepted nominations and are judged by an independent panel of industry experts.
Oct 3, 20241 min read


Global Innovation & Product Development: Perspectives from Consumer Science & Regulatory Insights
Tune-in for a REPLAY keynote presentation at InterTabac - InterSupply : " Global Innovation & Product Development: Perspectives from Consumer Science & Regulatory Insights " Successful innovation and product development in the nicotine market require a deep understanding of augmented reality, regulatory frameworks, and consumer needs, while addressing challenges such as misinformation, market gaps, and the careful management of flavors to enhance public health without appeali
Oct 2, 20241 min read


TAMARIND INTELLIGENCE| Publication
Article published by TAMARIND INTELLIGENCE written by one of TobaccoIntelligence's international correspondents, Lorraine Mullaney, featuring Chief Research Officer, Dr. Jessica Zdinak . This article highlights key insights on leading next-generation product innovation . Read the full article HERE: CannIntelligence TobaccoIntelligence EcigIntelligence Zdinak will be speaking about successful innovation in next-generation products at Intertabac in Germany from 19th to 21st S
Aug 23, 20242 min read


GTNF VOICES | Navigating the Future of Tobacco Harm Reduction: Insights from a Leading Expert
By sharing your JOURNEY, CHALLENGES, and VALUES… you build trust and authenticity. Tune-in LIVE to ARAC’s FOUNDING STORY — "Navigating the Future of Tobacco Harm Reduction: Insights from a Leading Expert". FEATURING Dr. Jessica Zdinak and MODERATED by William Rasmussen -- a conversation on professional journey, market dynamics, and future directions in harm reduction science. Watch FULL EPISODE HERE (complete with convenient TIMESTAMPS in description): https://lnkd.i
Aug 8, 20241 min read


ARAC joins Global Institute for Novel Nicotine (GINN)
ARAC is thrilled to have joined Global Institute for Novel Nicotine (GINN) as their latest member, and that Dr. Jessica Zdinak will be...
Jul 23, 20241 min read


A New & Exciting Project!
A RAC is a proud SPONSOR and SPEAKER at many world-leading U.S. & international conferences and forums. We pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and active involvement with our industry association stakeholders. This approach has enabled us to build lasting relationships and achieve impactful outcomes. A New and Exciting Project in the Works -- We are thrilled to announce that we have an exciting NEW project in development with GTNF Conferences . L
Jul 23, 20241 min read


“Could Research and Development Benefit from the Application of PMTA Module 6?”
AUTHORS: Dr. Jessica Zdinak & Dr. Douglas Ming Deng FEATURED ARTICLE as seen in: • Tobacco Reporter : https://lnkd.in/eRyv5FNH • TOBACCO ASIA Magazine : https://lnkd.in/e74FWgCK ? "There is nothing more complex and ever-changing than human behavior. To understand a person, their thoughts, their feelings, their behaviors, is one of the greatest challenges of our time, particularly when it comes to a chemical that is very addictive and influences human behavior differen
Jul 19, 20241 min read


Next Level Harm Reduction
WORLD VAPE SHOW | DUBAI, June 2024 - PANEL DISCUSSION: Dr. Jessica Zdinak, Pete Lomas, Shem Baldeosingh, Fred Roeder, Dr. Nveed...
Jul 18, 20241 min read


Understanding What Drives Smokers to Switch to Reduced Harm Products
In the world of nicotine and tobacco research, understanding what drives long-term behavior change in smokers is crucial. Dr. Jessica Zdinak, Chief Research Officer at ARAC, delves into this topic in her insightful article, "Dissecting Their Drives," published in Tobacco Reporter. This blog post recaps her findings and explores the essential factors influencing consumer behavior in the transition from traditional cigarettes to reduced harm products. The Challenge of Behavior
Jul 16, 20243 min read
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