INT/22/K07 - Obtaining derivatives of steroidal compounds for use in veterinary drugs

Submitter: Central University “Marta Abreu”, based in Santa Clara, Cuba
Subcontractor: Same as above.
Priority area: Technology
Participating/beneficiary countries: 3 countries (Brazil, Colombia, and Cuba
PGTF input: US$ 31,000
Other inputs: US$ 35,000
Number: INT/22/K07
Duration: Two (2) years
Approval: 45th Annual Ministerial Meeting of the Group of 77 (New York, 30 November 2021)
Completion: Final report submitted on 17 January 2025
Impact: The project aimed to develop new anti-inflammatory and antiparasitic veterinary treatments using natural compounds derived from the Agave brittoniana plant. Carried out by research teams in Brazil, Colombia and Cuba, the initiative successfully isolated key bioactive substances and enhanced their medicinal properties through laboratory methods combining natural and chemical processes. Several of the resulting compounds demonstrated strong potential in lab tests, effectively reducing inflammation and combating parasites that impact livestock. In addition to its scientific achievements, the project strengthened local capacity through student involvement, training workshops, and researcher exchanges. Its outcomes offer a pathway toward more accessible, plant-based veterinary medicines that support animal health and promote sustainable farming in the region.

Final Report:

• INT-22-K07-FinalReport.pdf  *  [Language: English; Size: 478KB]




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