Improving food safety testing in Texas.
Official title: Enhancing the Capacity and Capability of Human Food and Environmental Testing Laboratory at the Texas Department of State Health Services: Overall
Funded at Texas State Dept of Health Services · NIH-10878824 · Data updated 2026-11-12
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
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas State Dept of Health Services NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Austin, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2020 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $361,758 |
| NIH project number | 5U19FD007080-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10878824 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
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.
✕Less likely to help
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.
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.
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 gone: 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
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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
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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.