Improving food safety standards in Iowa.
Official title: Iowa Department of Inspections & Appeals MFRPS Maintenance
Funded at Iowa State Dept/ Inspections and Appeals · NIH-10932279 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure the food you eat in Iowa is safe by working with local food safety experts to follow national guidelines and prevent foodborne illnesses.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Iowa State Dept/ Inspections and Appeals NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Des Moines, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $240,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U2FFD008093-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10932279 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Individuals and families who consume manufactured food products in Iowa would be ideal candidates to benefit from this initiative.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not consume manufactured food or who reside outside of Iowa may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance Iowa's food safety system by ensuring compliance with national standards for manufactured food. The Iowa Department of Inspections & Appeals will work to integrate efforts among food safety stakeholders, promote communication, and develop strategies for effective foodborne illness prevention. By maintaining high standards and conducting sample collections, the initiative seeks to provide a robust foundation for regulatory actions and continuous improvement in food safety practices.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer food products and reduced incidence of foodborne illnesses for consumers.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives in other states have shown success in improving food safety standards and reducing foodborne illnesses.
Where this research is happening
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Iowa State Dept/ Inspections and Appeals
Des Moines, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Boyd, Michelle L. — Iowa State Dept/ Inspections and Appeals
- Study coordinator: Boyd, Michelle L.
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.