Antimicrobial Resistance Study in Veterinary-Important Bacteria
Official title: FDA-VET-LIRN Grant
Funded at Nc State Dept of Agri and Consumer Serv · NIH-11392812 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A veterinary lab-led project will study antimicrobial resistance in bacteria from animals and animal-related products to protect animal and public health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Nc State Dept of Agri and Consumer Serv NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Raleigh, United States) |
| Project start | June 15, 2019 |
| Project end | May 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $30,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U18FD006672-08 |
| Project ID | NIH-11392812 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are animals from farms or households where bacterial infections are suspected or tested, and facilities providing veterinary diagnostic services.
✕Less likely to help
Animals or owners not involved with suspected infections or not linked to surveillance activities may not directly benefit.
What this research studies
This project uses the NC Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory System, which handles thousands of cases yearly, to monitor and analyze antimicrobial resistance in bacteria from livestock and companion animals. It will involve standardized lab methods, including MALDI-TOF and BSL-3 work, to identify resistant pathogens and support regulatory actions. Collaborations with the FDA Vet-LIRN network aim to improve surveillance for pet food and animal feed contamination and strengthen outbreak response. The work is grounded in real-world samples from clinical cases, necropsies, and environmental sources within North Carolina.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the project could improve detection of resistant bacteria in animals, helping protect animal health and reduce risks to humans through safer animal products.
How similar studies have gone: Previous Vet-LIRN collaborations have highlighted the value of standardized methods for rapid reporting and regulatory decision-making, with ongoing improvements in surveillance.
Where this research is happening
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Nc State Dept of Agri and Consumer Serv
Raleigh, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Trybus, James — Nc State Dept of Agri and Consumer Serv
- Study coordinator: Trybus, James
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.