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TVDIL Infrastructure for CVM VET-LRN Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory Program

Objective

<p>Project Summary: Foodborne diseases are major public health burden in the United States. This project will provide necessary infrastructure and surge capacity for microbiology testing in a food/drug emergency or an outbreak situation. The Tifton Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has the necessary infrastructure including a state of the art facility and qualified personnel, and is willing to meet the objectives of this RFA.</p>

Investigators
Rajeev, Sreekumari
Institution
University of Georgia
Start date
2012
End date
2017
Funding Source
Food and Drug Administration
Project number
5U18FD004636-02
Categories
Bacterial Pathogens
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