Monitoring bacterial pathogens in retail meat to enhance food safety
Oregon State Public Health Laboratory Participation in the FDA NARMS Retail Meat Program
['FUNDING_U01'] · PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES · NIH-10901891
This study is looking at harmful bacteria in store-bought meat to help keep our food safe and prevent illnesses, so everyone can enjoy their meals without worry.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_U01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PORTLAND, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10901891 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The Oregon State Public Health Laboratory is actively involved in monitoring bacterial pathogens found in retail meat to help prevent foodborne illnesses. By isolating and identifying these pathogens, the laboratory contributes to a national surveillance program aimed at tracking antimicrobial resistance. This research generates valuable data that supports public health investigations and responses to emerging threats in the food supply. Patients can benefit from improved food safety measures resulting from this ongoing surveillance.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals concerned about food safety and those at higher risk for foodborne illnesses, such as young children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.
Not a fit: Patients who are not concerned about food safety or who do not consume retail meat may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to enhanced food safety and reduced incidence of foodborne illnesses for consumers.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in similar surveillance programs, indicating that monitoring foodborne pathogens can effectively improve public health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
PORTLAND, UNITED STATES
- PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES — PORTLAND, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SAITO, AKIKO — PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES
- Study coordinator: SAITO, AKIKO
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.