Improving food safety practices in Rhode Island
Official title: EH20-001 Rhode Island EHS-Net Practice Based Research to Improve Food Safety
Funded at Rhode Island State Dept of Health · NIH-10891332 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to make our food safer by figuring out what environmental issues can lead to foodborne illnesses, and it's for anyone who wants to help prevent getting sick from food.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rhode Island State Dept of Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2020 |
| Project end | September 29, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $192,587 |
| NIH project number | 5U01EH001368-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10891332 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have experienced foodborne illnesses or are concerned about food safety in their communities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affected by foodborne illnesses or do not have concerns about food safety may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance food safety by identifying and preventing environmental risk factors that contribute to foodborne illnesses. The Rhode Island Department of Health will conduct environmental assessments during foodborne illness investigations and report findings to a national database. The project will also participate in multisite studies to understand better the environmental factors associated with food safety and develop interventions. By focusing on practice-based research, the initiative seeks to improve the overall effectiveness of environmental health services.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a significant reduction in foodborne illnesses and improved public health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in improving food safety through environmental assessments and interventions, indicating that this approach is both tested and effective.
Where this research is happening
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Rhode Island State Dept of Health
Providence, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Viveiros, Brendalee — Rhode Island State Dept of Health
- Study coordinator: Viveiros, Brendalee
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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.