Improving food safety regulations in Massachusetts
Official title: Flexible Funding Model-Infrastructure Maintenance for State Manufactured Food Regulatory Programs in Massachusetts
Funded at Massachusetts State Dept of Pub Health · NIH-10932336 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure the food you eat in Massachusetts is safe by checking on food manufacturers and working with health partners to prevent foodborne illnesses.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts State Dept of Pub Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $225,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U2FFD008103-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10932336 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include residents of Massachusetts who consume manufactured food products.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in Massachusetts or do not consume manufactured food products may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This project focuses on maintaining and enhancing the food regulatory programs in Massachusetts to ensure compliance with the latest safety standards. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health will inspect and regulate approximately 1,700 food manufacturers, including both licensed and non-licensed facilities. By collaborating with various public health partners and stakeholders, the program aims to reduce foodborne illness risks and improve the overall safety of food products. The initiative will also support emergency response efforts related to human and animal food safety.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of foodborne illnesses in the state.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives in other states have shown success in improving food safety and reducing foodborne illnesses.
Where this research is happening
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Massachusetts State Dept of Pub Health
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moore, Michael J — Massachusetts State Dept of Pub Health
- Study coordinator: Moore, Michael J
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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.