Mitam products are based on extensive research conducted by Prof. Itamar Glazer of the Volcani Institute and Dr. Michael Samish of the Kimron Veterinary Institute. The research indicates that the Metarhizium Anisopliae fungus has the capacity to significantly suppress  tick populations.

Mitam's major proprietary intellectual property consists of formulations and procedures, that convert the results of research into cost-effective, easily applicable, biological products that have extended shelf life.

Mitam's intellectual property is protected by a PCT patent application, that was submitted and is pending approval.