CNS Researchers Discuss Cyclospora and Cyclosporiasis with Media
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Cyclospora, a foodborne parasite that can cause prolonged and debilitating gastrointestinal illness, continues to pose a public health concern, particularly as outbreaks of cyclosporiasis are linked to fresh produce and other contaminated foods. As cases and outbreaks draw increased attention, researchers in the College of Natural Sciences (CNS)—including associate professor Matthew D. Moore from the Department of Food Science—are helping explain the parasite, how it spreads, and how consumers can protect themselves.
Their expertise has made them valuable resources for journalists, with CNS researchers increasingly being contacted by media outlets to provide context and insight into the threat of Cyclospora.
The articles and news segments below highlight CNS research and expertise, and offer a closer look at this food-safety challenge:
- Cyclospora, a stomach-churning parasite, has reached Mass. Here’s what to know. (The Boston Globe, 7/9/26) (ProQuest)
- Cyclospora Cases Rise Rapidly, With No Source Yet Confirmed. (The New York Times, 7/15/26)
- Cyclospora Spreads Through Human Feces. How Did It Get Into Our Food Supply? (The New York Times, 7/21/26)
- FDA investigating Cyclospora outbreak linked to 72 cases. (WWLP-TV, 7/23/26)
- Cyclosporiasis infections tripled in MA from June to July. (WBTS-TV, 8/9/26)
- Food science experts warn of rising Cyclospora and Salmonella. (WWLP-TV, 8/14/26)
- Is it safe to eat lettuce yet? What to know as cyclosporiasis outbreak lingers. (CNN, 8/31/26)
- New Twist In Explosive Diarrhea Parasite Outbreak: What IL Needs To Know. (Patch, 9/2/26)
- Cyclospora outbreak declared over by the CDC. (CNN, 9/11/26)