Improving food safety testing in North Carolina
Enhancing Human and Animal Food Testing in North Carolina in Support of an Integrated Food Safety System
This study is working to make our food and animal feed safer by improving testing methods and teaming up with other organizations to spot and track risks, so we can all enjoy healthier meals and protect our well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Nc State Dept of Agri and Consumer Serv NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Raleigh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10878794 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the safety of food and animal feed by increasing testing activities and developing new analytical capabilities. The Food & Drug Protection Division (FDPD) will collaborate with state and federal partners to identify and monitor risks associated with specific food and feed commodities. By implementing advanced testing methods, including whole genome sequencing, the project seeks to ensure that food safety data is accurate and actionable, ultimately protecting public health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include consumers of food and animal feed products in North Carolina.
Not a fit: Patients who do not consume food or animal feed products or who reside outside of North Carolina may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer food and feed products, reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research initiatives have shown success in enhancing food safety through improved testing and surveillance methods.
Where this research is happening
Raleigh, United States
- Nc State Dept of Agri and Consumer Serv — Raleigh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Converse, Reagan — Nc State Dept of Agri and Consumer Serv
- Study coordinator: Converse, Reagan
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.