Bharat Biotech and Alopexx Partner to Combat Covid-19 and Bacterial Infections
Bharat Biotech has announced a collaboration with Alopexx Inc for the development and commercialisation of AV0328, a broad-spectrum anti-microbial vaccine. This vaccine aims to provide solutions for bacterial infections and is particularly focused on low-and middle-income countries.
Collaboration Details
As part of the agreement, Bharat Biotech will co-develop and commercialise the vaccine in India and other licensed territories. Alopexx will receive an upfront payment along with milestone payments and royalties based on future sales.
Importance of Anti-Microbial Solutions
- Krishna Ella, Executive Chairman of Bharat Biotech, stated the goal is to reduce anti-microbial resistance through vaccination efforts.
- CEO of Alopexx, Daniel Vlock, emphasized the critical need for affordable antimicrobial solutions, especially in low-income regions.
Clinical Trials and Safety
A phase I trial for AV0328 has been successfully completed, showing it is well-tolerated without serious adverse events.
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