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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