Investigating antibiotic resistance in retail meats
Official title: NARMS Cooperative Agreement Program to Strengthen Antibiotic Resistance Surveillance in Retail Food Specimens
Funded at Minnesota State Dept of Agriculture · NIH-10901854 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is checking how common antibiotic-resistant germs are in meats like chicken, pork, and ground beef, so we can better understand food safety and help keep you and your family healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Minnesota State Dept of Agriculture NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Paul, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2020 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $170,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U01FD007154-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10901854 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals concerned about food safety and antibiotic resistance, particularly those who consume retail meats.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not consume retail meats or are not concerned about antibiotic resistance may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on assessing the prevalence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in retail meats such as chicken, pork, and ground beef. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture collaborates with health departments and federal agencies to culture and analyze meat samples for pathogens like Salmonella and Campylobacter. By testing these samples, the project aims to identify the extent of antimicrobial resistance, which can inform public health strategies and food safety regulations. The findings will be used to enhance surveillance and improve food safety practices.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved food safety and reduced incidence of antibiotic-resistant infections in the population.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown success in identifying antibiotic resistance in foodborne pathogens, indicating that this approach is both tested and valuable.
Where this research is happening
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Minnesota State Dept of Agriculture
Saint Paul, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bindert, Bryanne — Minnesota State Dept of Agriculture
- Study coordinator: Bindert, Bryanne
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.