Keeping food products safe in Hawaii
Official title: Hawaii's FERN Microbiology Laboratory's Role in Keeping Human Food Products Safe
Funded at Hawaii State Department of Health · NIH-10878804 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to make sure the food we eat in Hawaii is safe by improving how we test for germs and respond to any contamination, helping to keep everyone healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Hawaii State Department of Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Honolulu, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2020 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $366,813 |
| NIH project number | 5U19FD007124-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10878804 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals living in Hawaii who consume food products, particularly those who may be at higher risk for foodborne illnesses.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not consume food products or who live outside of Hawaii may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the capabilities of Hawaii's FERN Microbiology Laboratory to ensure the safety of human food products. It aims to address foodborne illnesses by improving food defense and microbiological testing methods. The laboratory will develop strategies to respond to potential microbiological contamination, particularly in a unique environment where a significant portion of food is imported. By strengthening these laboratory capabilities, the project seeks to protect public health in Hawaii and the surrounding regions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of foodborne illnesses in Hawaii, protecting the health of its residents and visitors.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in enhancing food safety through microbiological testing and food defense strategies, indicating that this approach is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
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Hawaii State Department of Health
Honolulu, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gose, Remedios B — Hawaii State Department of Health
- Study coordinator: Gose, Remedios B
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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.