Investigators from Monash University Release New Data on Tropical Disease (Nature-derived Peptides As Promising Antiparasitic Agents Against Neglected Tropical Diseases).

A report from Monash University in Selangor, Malaysia discusses neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), a group of infectious diseases that primarily affect tropical regions. The report focuses on the potential use of antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) as therapeutic agents against NTDs caused by protozoa and parasitic helminths. The researchers highlight the limited therapeutic options for these diseases and the emergence of drug-resistant strains. They conclude that AMPs show promise as potential treatments for these neglected tropical diseases, but further research is needed in this field. The report has been peer-reviewed and provides valuable insights into the potential use of nature-derived peptides as antiparasitic agents. [Extracted from the article]

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