IIT Roorkee researchers discover new antibacterial molecule ‘IITR00693’

IIT Roorkee researchers discover new antibacterial molecule ‘IITR00693’

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Category : Science and Tech Published on: March 14 2023

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  • Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee have discovered a new antibacterial small molecule (IITR00693) that could help in the fight against drug-resistant infections.
  • With many bacterial infections becoming resistant to existing treatments, the discovery of this new molecule offers the potential for more effective and targeted therapies.
  • The molecule showed potent antibacterial activity against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including some of the most problematic drug-resistant strains.
  • IITR00693 acts like a dual sword as it not only strikes down the most stubborn bacteria but also prevents the emergence of resistance, ensuring effectiveness for generations to come.
  • The research was led by Prof Ranjana Pathania of the department of Biosciences and Bioengineering at IIT Roorkee along with other scientists.
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