There is a challenge that has captured the attention of most experts in the field of global health: antimicrobial resistance. This growing trend towards antibiotics and drugs that are ineffective against current pathologies poses a serious obstacle to the treatment of infectious diseases: according to estimates, it could cause up to 10 million deaths by the year 2050, surpassing even projections for cancer deaths, which stand at 8.2 million for the same year.
Antimicrobial resistance arises when microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses and fungi, develop the ability to resist the effects of drugs designed to fight them. This means that infections become more difficult, or even impossible, to treat, which increases the severity of illnesses and can lead to serious complications – and even death.
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), for every one antibacterial product in development, there are 100 in the field of oncology. This disparity reflects the lack of attention and resources directed toward the development of new antibiotics and antimicrobial treatments compared to other areas of medicine. But antimicrobial resistance represents not only a medical challenge, but also a significant threat to global health and the well-being of the world’s population. The need to develop new drugs to address this crisis is becoming increasingly urgent as drug-resistant infections continue to spread and claim lives around the world.
At HIFAS Biologics, we are joining the action to combat this global health crisis. We have the experience, expertise and capabilities to research the development of new antibiotics and antimicrobial treatments that effectively address microbial resistance. Our research focuses on the potential of fungal compounds to create innovative solutions and overcome this unmet need in the healthcare market.
By harnessing the rich biodiversity of fungi and their ability to produce bioactive compounds, we are working tirelessly to develop effective therapies that can combat drug-resistant infections and improve health outcomes for millions of people around the world.