Welcome to the Center

The mission of the University of Pennsylvania Transdisciplinary Tobacco Use Research Center (TTURC) is to translate discoveries in basic neuroscience, pharmacology, genetics, and behavioral science to improve treatment for nicotine dependence.

The PENN TTURC is currently conducting several primary research projects, as well as multiple pilot projects, focusing on different aspects of genetics, tobacco dependence and treatment.

Interested in participating in research on tobacco use? Click here for more information about research projects seeking volunteers.

Interested in quitting smoking? If you are 18 and older and interested in participating, please call 1-877-513-QUIT or e-mail and leave your name, telephone number and best time to be reached. A staff member will contact you with additional information. Click here for more information about on-going smoking cessation programs at the TTURC.  If you are not eligible for one of these programs, click here to find out more information about other programs in the Delaware Valley..