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BioBac Armor

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Thank you for scanning! Discover BioBac Armor — a groundbreaking antimicrobial solution designed to combat resistant bacteria naturally and effectively.


Antimicrobial Biotechnology Natural Compounds Qatar Innovation

Introduction

BioBac Armor is a next-generation antimicrobial compound derived from natural sources. Developed through advanced biochemical engineering, it provides powerful, broad-spectrum protection against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including antibiotic-resistant strains like MRSA and E. coli.

Inventors

Dr. Sergio Crovella
Dr. Nahla Omer Ahmed Eltai
Nuura Adam Mohamed
Dr. Mabrouk Ouederni (QAPCO)

Main Features

  • Broad-Spectrum Action: Effective against various bacterial and fungal strains
  • Non-Toxic Composition: Demonstrated safety with no cytotoxic or genotoxic effects
  • Resistance-Busting: Targets mechanisms that allow bacteria to survive traditional antibiotics
  • Stable & Adaptable: Maintains efficacy under different conditions and applications

Strategic Opportunities

  • Pharma & Health Products: For wound care, sanitizers, and infection control
  • Food & Agriculture: Can be integrated into bio-safe preservation and protective treatments
  • Industrial Hygiene: Applicable in high-risk environments for microbial contamination

Value Proposition

  • Innovation from Nature: Harnesses bioactive beta defensins molecules from Euphorbia lathyrism and Ricinus communis present in the Qatari stone desert
  • Sustainable Impact: Provides an eco-friendly solution to antimicrobial resistance
  • Commercial Ready: Scalable for industrial applications and licensing

Visual Elements

Microscope view of bacteria

Microscopic view showing antimicrobial action

SEM image of biofilm treatment

SEM image showing E. coli biofilm treatment


Integrated overview of the AMP molecular dynamics simulation results. The three-dimensional conformation modelled by AlphaFold2, illustrating the predicted theoretical structure.

Invitation to Collaborate

Join the Health Defense Revolution: Partner with us to bring BioBac Armor™ to market. Patent filed and ready for commercial engagement.

Connect With Us

  • Innovation Office: QU Innovation Office
  • Phone: +974-4403-7197
  • Email: QU.IP@qu.edu.qa

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