Northwestern University

Chicago, Illinois, United States


Purpose

To support fortification programs in low-resource areas, this technology will enable fast, affordable testing of folic acid levels in staple foods like rice, wheat, bouillon, and salt, helping improve compliance.

Division

Global Growth & Opportunity

Date

November 2025

Region Served

GLOBAL

Committed amount

$175,376

Grant topic

Nutrition

Duration (months)

9

Grantee location

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Nutrition

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