Monitoring antibiotic resistance in animals to protect human health
Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring of Bacterial Pathogens of Veterinary Concern
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10908458
This study is looking at how antibiotic-resistant bacteria in animals can impact both their health and ours, and it’s for anyone interested in keeping our food safe and understanding how these germs spread.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PULLMAN, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10908458 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on tracking antibiotic-resistant bacteria in animals, which can affect both animal and human health. By analyzing bacterial samples from veterinary diagnostics, the project aims to identify and monitor resistance patterns that could lead to infections in humans through food or contact with animals. The study employs advanced techniques like whole genome sequencing to ensure accurate detection of resistance. The goal is to fill existing data gaps and improve our understanding of antimicrobial resistance in veterinary medicine.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include veterinarians, animal health professionals, and individuals involved in agricultural practices who are concerned about antibiotic resistance.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have any contact with animals or agricultural practices may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could help reduce the transmission of antibiotic-resistant infections from animals to humans, improving public health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in monitoring antimicrobial resistance in veterinary settings, indicating that this approach is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
PULLMAN, UNITED STATES
- WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY — PULLMAN, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: BURBICK, CLAIRE R — WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: BURBICK, CLAIRE R
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.