Improving food safety by monitoring antibiotic resistance in retail foods in Hawaii
Enhancing NARMS surveillance of antibiotic resistance in retail foods in Hawaii
This study is looking at how common drug-resistant bacteria are in meat and seafood sold in grocery stores across Hawaii, so we can better understand food safety and keep everyone healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10901863 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the surveillance of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in retail foods across Hawaii. It involves collecting samples of meat and seafood from grocery stores in both urban and rural areas to monitor the presence of resistant bacteria. The samples will be tested for various pathogens, and the data will help identify trends in antibiotic resistance. By understanding these trends, the project aims to improve food safety and protect public health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals who consume retail meat and seafood products in Hawaii.
Not a fit: Patients who do not consume retail foods or who live outside of Hawaii may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer food products and reduced risk of foodborne illnesses for consumers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in monitoring antimicrobial resistance in food systems, indicating that this approach is both tested and valuable.
Where this research is happening
Davis, United States
- University of California at Davis — Davis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Li, Xunde — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Li, Xunde
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 below.