Research
Title : | Development of photosensitiser nanoformulations for the eradication of SARS-CoV-2 via antiviral photodynamic therapy |
Area of research : | COVID-19 Research, Life Sciences & Biotechnology |
Focus area : | SARS-CoV-2 virus |
Principal Investigator : | Jayeeta Bhaumik, Scientist, Center of Innovative and Applied Bioprocessing (CIAB), Punjab |
Timeline Start Year : | 2020 |
Contact info : | jayeeta@ciab.res.in |
Details
Executive Summary : | The aim of this project is to develop photosensitiser nanoformulations for the eradication of SARS-CoV-2 via antiviral photodynamic therapy. |
Outcome/Output: | A series of photosensitiser nanoformulations were prepared and one formulation showed very high efficacy (equivalent to Ramdesivir) to destroy SARS-CoV-2 in vitro. |
Organizations involved
Implementing Agency : | Center of Innovative and Applied Bioprocessing (CIAB), Punjab Funding Agency :Department of Biotechnology (DBT) Govt. of India | |