Improving food safety testing in Texas.
Enhancing the Capacity and Capability of Human Food and Environmental Testing Laboratory at the Texas Department of State Health Services: Overall
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · TEXAS STATE DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES · NIH-10878824
This study is all about making sure the food you eat in Texas is safe by testing it for harmful germs and chemicals, so you and your family can enjoy your meals with peace of mind.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | TEXAS STATE DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (AUSTIN, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10878824 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the capabilities of the Texas Department of State Health Services Laboratory to ensure the safety of food products in Texas. The laboratory will conduct extensive testing of food samples, including microbiological and chemical analyses, to detect potential contaminants. By collaborating with various health agencies, the project aims to strengthen food safety surveillance and inspection processes. Patients and consumers can benefit from improved food safety measures resulting from this enhanced testing capacity.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals who consume food products tested under this program, particularly those at higher risk for foodborne illnesses.
Not a fit: Patients who do not consume food products tested in Texas or who are not affected by food safety issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer food products and reduced risk of foodborne illnesses for consumers.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research efforts in food safety testing have shown success in improving public health outcomes, indicating that this approach is both tested and effective.
Where this research is happening
AUSTIN, UNITED STATES
- TEXAS STATE DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES — AUSTIN, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: TANKSLEY, SUSAN — TEXAS STATE DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES
- Study coordinator: TANKSLEY, SUSAN
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.