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antifungal agents

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Antifungal agents is a class of pharmaceutical compounds studied for their capacity to inhibit the growth of or kill fungal pathogens. As a research concept and academic field, it encompasses the investigation into the discovery, synthesis, mechanisms of action, pharmacokinetics, resistance development, and therapeutic application of these agents, which are critical for treating fungal infections, a growing global health concern facing challenges like limited treatment options, toxicity, and increasing resistance.

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MA

University of Iowa

TJ

National Cancer Institute

SA

University of Iowa

MG

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

DJ

University of Iowa

Top Institutions

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University of Iowa

Iowa City, United States

Bethesda, United States