Flow synthesis of new anti-parasitic agents to combat neglected tropical disease. (Old ID 22437)
Role
Chief Investigator
Description
Parasitic infections remain one of the most devastating economic burdens inflicted on tropical societies. A compound isolated from a traditional medicinal plant has been identified as an attractive lead target for treatment of these afflictions. This project aims to produce a series of compounds using flow chemistry with the intent of increasing potency whilst reducing the toxic side effects. Flow chemistry is an emerging technology that is driving centuries old chemical methodology into the modern world. This project seeks to develop an efficient, robust route to these compounds to allow us to better treat neglected tropical disease.
Date
01 Dec 2015 - 31 Dec 2017
Project Type
GRANT
Keywords
Flow Chemistry;Chemical Synthesis;Anthelmintic Effects
Funding Body
James Cook University
Amount
35000
Project Team
Phurpa Wangchuk