Improving food safety capabilities in Mississippi
Official title: Enhancement of Mississippi’s Capabilities in Integrated Food Safety Partnerships
Funded at Mississippi State University · NIH-10880297 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to make the food you eat safer by testing for harmful substances and improving safety practices, so you and your family can enjoy your meals without worrying about getting sick.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mississippi State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Mississippi State, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2020 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $440,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U19FD007069-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10880297 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Individuals who consume food products in Mississippi, particularly those at higher risk for foodborne illnesses, would be ideal candidates to benefit from this research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in Mississippi or do not consume food products tested under this program may not receive direct benefits.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance Mississippi's food safety system through a series of projects focused on food defense, human and animal food product testing, and method development. The Mississippi State Chemical Laboratory will collaborate with state and federal agencies to establish certifications, standards, and training programs to improve food safety practices. By expanding surveillance of food products and testing for contaminants, the project seeks to prevent foodborne illnesses and ensure safer food supplies for consumers. Patients and consumers can benefit from improved food safety measures and reduced risks of foodborne diseases.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer food products and a reduction in foodborne illnesses for consumers.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives in food safety have shown success in improving public health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for positive impact.
Where this research is happening
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Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sparks, Darrell Lynn — Mississippi State University
- Study coordinator: Sparks, Darrell Lynn
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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.