R&D update
Medical International Technology, Inc. announces business relationship with AWI
US company Medical International Technology, Inc. (MIT) a developer and manufacturer of patented needle-free jet injectors for human and animal inoculation, will receive funding from Australian Wool Innovation Limited (AWI) for the development of a modified AGRO-JET to be used as part of a possible mulesing alternative.
In August 2005, AWI contracted MIT to adapt its Agro-Jet needle free applicator for intradermal injections of various compounds as possible alternatives to mulesing. The Agro-Jet applicator is a needle-free medication delivery system for livestock.
The funding agreement continues the intensive R&D program to develop practical and effective alternatives to mulesing. In trials carried out thus far, the MIT applicator has proven to be functional and easy to use. Further field trials are planned.