Keeping People and Pets Healthy from Shared Germs
One Health; Epidemiology of natural and deliberate contaminants (infectious and toxicities) in animals and animal food
This project helps keep people and their pets safe by understanding how germs and harmful substances spread between animals, their food, and humans.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Georgia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Athens, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11088788 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This work focuses on the "One Health" idea, recognizing that the health of people, animals, and our environment are all connected. Researchers are looking at how diseases, including those resistant to antibiotics, and other harmful substances can move from animals and their food to humans. The University of Georgia's diagnostic lab plays a key role in monitoring these trends and responding to new health threats, like the recent pandemic. They even helped with human COVID-19 testing for the community, processing many samples.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: People who are concerned about food safety, pet health, and the spread of infectious diseases between animals and humans may find this research relevant.
Not a fit: Individuals not directly impacted by animal-borne diseases or food safety issues may not see a direct personal benefit from this public health surveillance.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: This work could help prevent the spread of diseases and harmful substances from animals and their food to people, improving public health and safety.
How similar studies have performed: The "One Health" approach is a well-established framework, and ongoing surveillance efforts have successfully identified and mitigated public health threats in the past.
Where this research is happening
Athens, United States
- University of Georgia — Athens, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Velayudhan, Binu — University of Georgia
- Study coordinator: Velayudhan, Binu
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.