Improving surveillance of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in food
Official title: MASPHL-NARMS Cooperative Agreement
Funded at Massachusetts State Dept of Pub Health · NIH-10898634 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how common antibiotic-resistant germs are in meats sold in stores, so we can better protect everyone's health and find ways to reduce the risks of infections from these germs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts State Dept of Pub Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $182,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U01FD007753-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10898634 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who consume retail meats and are concerned about antibiotic resistance in food products.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not consume meat or are not concerned about antibiotic resistance may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the surveillance of antibiotic-resistant pathogens found in retail food specimens, particularly meats. The Massachusetts State Public Health Laboratory will employ accredited testing methods to ensure high-quality results. By analyzing food samples, the research aims to better understand the prevalence and burden of antibiotic resistance in the food supply, which is crucial for public health. The findings could inform strategies to mitigate the risks associated with antibiotic-resistant infections.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved food safety and reduced incidence of antibiotic-resistant infections in the community.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in enhancing food safety through improved surveillance of antibiotic resistance, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
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Massachusetts State Dept of Pub Health
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ivanof, Caryn — Massachusetts State Dept of Pub Health
- Study coordinator: Ivanof, Caryn
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.