Project: Antimicrobial coated breakaway variable lumen connector for intravenous therapy
| Acronym | ARCHER (Reference Number: 115695) |
| Duration | 01/09/2021 - 01/09/2023 |
| Project Topic | We will develop an antimicrobial coated breakaway connector family for intravenous (IV) therapy, AM-ReLink. Combining the benefits of the safety connector ReLink, that prevents dislodgement of the IV tube, with the peptide AMC-109 which prevents growth of bacteria and fungi (also when they occur in biofilms) and viruses. The joint product, AM-ReLink, will reduce hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) and catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI). |
| Network | Eurostars 2 |
| Call | Eurostars Cut–off 15 |
Project partner
| Number | Name | Role | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amicoat AS | Partner | Norway |
| 2 | Tada Group AB | Coordinator | Sweden |