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Procedure for the elimination of the causes for the formation of Biocide and Antibiotic resistant strain of bacteria (10 GB 44O7 3I36)
A London-based company has developed a complete program for the elimination of the causes for the formation of biocide resistant strains of bacteria in healthcare institutions. The company is seeking a partner to co-develop the product further with a view of a potential licensee agreement.
Country: United Kingdom
Type: OFFER
Date: 26.07.2010
The invention provides a process and kit for preventing the formation of antimicrobial resistant microorganisms in a health care environment comprising first and second antiseptic hand washing products containing a first and second biocide respectively in separate dispenser apparatus, with instructions to a health care professional to wash their hands after skin contact with a patient with the first antiseptic hand washing product and after contact with another patient to wash their hands with the second antiseptic hand washing product.
Innovative Aspects:
The invention is a combination of new procedures and kits allowing short time rotation of different antimicrobials to avoid genetic changes in the bacteria causing resistance against antimicrobial drugs. Introduction of kits and new procedures entails only minimal investment or other costs.
Degree of development:
Patents/Rights: Patent(s) applied for but not yet granted
Requested Cooperation: License Agreement, Joint further development, Testing of new applications
- Type of partner sought: Pharmaceutical manufacturers of biocides and antibiotics.
- Specific area of activity of the partner: Company with manufacturing & distributing capability to the healthcare sector.
- Task to be performed by the partner sought: co-development of technology with potential licensing agreement.
Type of Organisation:
Status: NEW
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