Institute for Therapeutic Discovery

The Institute for Therapeutic Discovery (ITD) is a non-profit biotechnology research organization based in Delray Beach, Florida, specializing in the discovery of novel small molecule therapeutics from natural sources. Founded in 2001, the institute leverages a proprietary high-throughput screening platform and an extensive library of over 100,000 marine and botanical extracts to identify bioactive compounds. ITD's primary research focus is on addressing the global challenge of multi-drug resistant infectious diseases, with active programs targeting pathogens such as MRSA and VRE. In addition to anti-infectives, the institute is developing lead compounds for various oncology indications and inflammatory disorders. The organization operates as a bridge between early-stage natural product chemistry and clinical development, frequently collaborating with academic institutions and industrial partners.