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In their research, the scientists found that conjugate drug penetration was five-fold higher than Natamycin in rabbits, thus enabling lowering of the dosage frequency. Further, 44 per cent of the mice showed complete resolution of fungal infection with the novel conjugate as compared to 13 percent that were treated with Natamycin suspension only.
Contact info:
achugh@bioschool.iitd.ac.in
Website link:
https://home.iitd.ac.in/show.php?id=25&in_sections=Press
ICMR invites expression of interest for validation of rapid antigen
detection assays for COVID-19
ICMR invites applications for validation of rapid antigen detection tests for COVID-19 from all manufacturers who have developed rapid antigen test (RAT) kits. Requirements for validations are based on various categories, like first-time validation, revalidation, and validation with alternate sample types.
The gold standard RT-PCR diagnostic test for COVID-19 has limitations in terms of widespread availability. In view of this, there is urgent requirement for reliable and convenient rapid point- of-care antigen detection assays with high sensitivity and specificity. Such assays could be used as potential diagnostic tests in all possible public and private healthcare settings and made available for mass testing.
Deadline: Open till next announcement
Contact info:
guptanivedita.hq@icmr.gov.in, drneetu.vijay@icmr.gov.in
Website link:
https://www.icmr.gov.in/pdf/tender/Revised_EOI_for_Ag_kit_ validation_28062021.pdf
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NATION’S S&T EFFORTS AGAINST COVID-19