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

NIH-funded research National Environmental Health Assn · NIH-11062153

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 typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionNational Environmental Health Assn NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Denver, United States)
Project IDNIH-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

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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