DHA26BZ01-DV005Pre-ReleaseSBIR

Development of Small Molecules with Antifungal Properties for Safe Use in Human Patients (Direct to Phase II)

Department of DefenseDHA

AI Overview

This RFP seeks development of small-molecule antifungal compounds effective against resistant fungi like Candida auris and Aspergillus species. The goal is to address rising fungal infection rates and hospitalizations by creating safer, broad-spectrum alternatives to current treatments limited by toxicity and drug resistance.

This summary is AI-generated from the official solicitation.

Key Details

Agency
Department of Defense
Funding Amount
Release Date
March 2, 2026
Due Date
June 3, 2026

Official Description

Fungal infections represent a growing global health challenge, particularly among immuno-compromised individuals. Invasive fungal infections caused by pathogens such as Candida species, Aspergillus species, Fusarium species, and Mucor species are associated with high morbidity and mortality rates. Fungal infections are associated with 130k hospitalizations, 13 million outpatient visits, and result in a financial burden of $19 billion on the civilian health care sector. Fungal wound infections in...

Change History

Description ChangedApr 14, 2026 at 3:03 AM

Development of Small Molecules with Antifungal Properties for Safe Use in Human Patients (Direct to Phase II)

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Date ChangedApr 14, 2026 at 3:03 AM

Development of Small Molecules with Antifungal Properties for Safe Use in Human Patients (Direct to Phase II)

Close Date changed from 2026-04-22 to 2026-06-03

Date ChangedApr 14, 2026 at 3:03 AM

Development of Small Molecules with Antifungal Properties for Safe Use in Human Patients (Direct to Phase II)

Open Date changed from 2026-03-25 to 2026-05-06

Status ChangedApr 14, 2026 at 3:03 AM

Development of Small Molecules with Antifungal Properties for Safe Use in Human Patients (Direct to Phase II)

Status changed from Removed to Pre-Release

Opportunity RemovedMar 3, 2026 at 4:25 PM

Development of Small Molecules with Antifungal Properties for Safe Use in Human Patients (Direct to Phase II)

Opportunity DHA26BZ01-DV005 no longer available

Opportunity AddedMar 2, 2026 at 11:14 PM

Development of Small Molecules with Antifungal Properties for Safe Use in Human Patients (Direct to Phase II)

New opportunity: Development of Small Molecules with Antifungal Properties for Safe Use in Human Patients (Direct to Phase II)

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