Improving food safety through technology and collaboration
Using Technology, Data, and Collaboration to Expand SLTT Conformance With the Voluntary National Retail Food Regulatory Program Standards
This study is all about making our food safer by using technology and teamwork, and it’s designed for anyone who eats food—so we can all enjoy safer meals thanks to better training and support for those who keep our food safe.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | National Environmental Health Assn NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Denver, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11062153 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing food safety regulations by leveraging technology and collaboration among various stakeholders. It aims to develop a grant management system to support state and local food regulatory programs, improve training through online courses, and establish a mentorship academy for future food safety leaders. By addressing the complexities of modern food systems, the project seeks to ensure that food safety standards keep pace with technological advancements. Patients and consumers can benefit from safer food products as a result of these improved regulatory practices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals concerned about food safety and public health, particularly those in communities served by local food regulatory programs.
Not a fit: Patients who are not directly involved in food consumption or those living in areas with established food safety regulations may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer food products and improved public health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focused on improving food safety through technology and collaboration have shown promise, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Denver, United States
- National Environmental Health Assn — Denver, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dyjack, David T — National Environmental Health Assn
- Study coordinator: Dyjack, David T
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.