Pavaka Wound Care Partners with The Ohio State University to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance with Groundbreaking Wound Care Technology

[Columbus, OH] - Pavaka Wound Care, a pioneering wound care company, has joined forces with The Ohio State University to develop a revolutionary wound care technology that tackles the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).

This innovative solution, built on a decade of cutting-edge research, targets multidrug-resistant bacteria and biofilms, major obstacles to effective wound healing. The technology has the potential to transform the lives of millions worldwide.

"We're addressing a critical unmet need in wound care," said Brent Toto, CEO and co-founder of Pavaka Wound Care. "This partnership enables us to turn groundbreaking research into a lifesaving solution, while contributing to Ohio's thriving biotechnology sector."

The World Health Organization warns that AMR could surpass cancer as a leading cause of death by 2050 if left unchecked. The Ohio State-developed technology offers a beacon of hope in the fight against this global health crisis.

The interdisciplinary research team, led by Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Professor Shaurya Prakash, included renowned experts from various fields. Their work was supported by a dedicated team of students and staff.

Pavaka Wound Care and The Ohio State University are poised to make a significant impact in the fight against AMR and wound care. Stay tuned for further updates on this groundbreaking collaboration.

Real-World Impact and Future Potential:
This electroceutical technology has already demonstrated life-changing potential. In 2019, during laboratory studies, a four-year-old dog named Daisy recovered from a chronic wound using a prototype of the dressing. A human safety clinical trial was also successful and a robust blinded clinical study is in development.

“We’re proud to see our research lead to innovations that directly improve patient care,” said Paco Herson, associate vice president for Health Sciences Innovation in Ohio State's Enterprise for Research Innovation and Knowledge. “By partnering with Pavaka Wound Care, we’re excited to see this technology transition from the lab to helping individuals who need it most."

Pavaka Wound Care is committed to further research and development and manufacturing of the electroceutical wound dressing in Ohio. The technology platform will have applications beyond bacteria to fungus and virus-related solutions. In addition to its applications in human healthcare, the company plans to expand into the veterinary and military health market, further broadening its impact.