Abstract

Provided herein are methods and compounds for alleviating skin conditions. More particularly, provided herein are methods that include administering a compound derived or obtained from a natural source such as cerumen or a plant source. The compound may be tomentosenol A. Also provided are compositions for in the aforementioned methods.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/122 - Ketones having the oxygen atom directly attached to a ring, e.g. quinones, vitamin K1, anthralin
• A61P 17/00 - Drugs for dermatological disorders
• A61P 17/02 - Drugs for dermatological disorders for treating wounds, ulcers, burns, scars, keloids, or the like
• A61P 17/06 - Antipsoriatics

Abstract

Embodiments herein report compositions, uses and manufacturing of dengue virus constructs and live attenuated dengue viruses. Some embodiments concern a composition that includes, but is not limited to, a tetravalent dengue virus composition. In certain embodiments, compositions can include constructs of one or more serotypes of dengue virus, such as dengue-1 (DEN-1) virus, dengue-2 (DEN-2) virus, dengue-3 (DEN-3) or dengue-4 (DEN-4) virus constructs. In other embodiments, constructs disclosed herein can be combined in a composition to generate a vaccine against more one or more dengue virus constructs that may or may not be subsequently passaged in mammalian cells.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• A61K 31/7048 - Compounds having saccharide radicals and heterocyclic rings having oxygen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. leucoglucosan, hesperidin, erythromycin, nystatin
• A61K 31/713 - Double-stranded nucleic acids or oligonucleotides
• A61K 38/16 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof
• C07K 14/005 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from viruses
• C07K 14/18 - Togaviridae, e.g. flavivirus, pestivirus, yellow fever virus, hepatitis C virus, japanese encephalitis virus
• C07K 19/00 - Hybrid peptides
• C12N 15/09 - Recombinant DNA-technology
• C12N 15/861 - Adenoviral vectors
• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies
• A61P 31/14 - Antivirals for RNA viruses

Abstract

Disclosed herein are methods for systemically editing a gene in a subject and for systemically treating a genetic condition in a subject using a dual-vector CRISPR-Cas therapy. The methods comprise administering to the subject, via systemic administration, a gene editing AAV vector encoding a CRISPR effector protein (e.g., a Cas protein) and a targeting AAV vector providing one or more gRNAs targeted to the gene. In the methods, the ratio of the targeting AAV vector to the gene editing vector is greater than or equal to 2. Also provided are dual-vector systems for editing a gene or treating a genetic disease in a subject.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 15/113 - Non-coding nucleic acids modulating the expression of genes, e.g. antisense oligonucleotides
• C12N 9/22 - Ribonucleases
• C12N 15/10 - Processes for the isolation, preparation or purification of DNA or RNA
• C12N 15/86 - Viral vectors

Abstract

Described herein are dengue virus E-glycoprotein polypeptides containing mutations that eliminate immunodominant cross-reactive epitopes associated with immune enhancement. The disclosed dengue virus E-glycoproteins optionally further include mutations that introduce a strong CD4 T cell epitope. The disclosed E-glycoprotein polypeptides, or nucleic acid molecules encoding the polypeptides, can be used, for example, in monovalent or tetravalent vaccines against dengue virus.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• C07K 14/005 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from viruses
• C12N 7/00 - Viruses, e.g. bacteriophagesCompositions thereofPreparation or purification thereof
• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies

Abstract

The present invention provides method for promoting the maturation and export of T cells from thymic tissue by contacting the thymic tissue with supraphysiological levels of interleukin (IL)-15. The present invention also provides methods for preventing, alleviating, reducing, and/or inhibiting lymphopenia or peripheral depletion of lymphocytes in a patient in need thereof by administering to the patient IL-15.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/54 - Interleukins [IL]
• C07K 14/715 - ReceptorsCell surface antigensCell surface determinants for cytokinesReceptorsCell surface antigensCell surface determinants for lymphokinesReceptorsCell surface antigensCell surface determinants for interferons
• C12N 15/62 - DNA sequences coding for fusion proteins
• C12P 19/30 - Nucleotides
• C12N 5/16 - Animal cells
• A61K 38/17 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from animalsPeptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from humans
• A61K 45/06 - Mixtures of active ingredients without chemical characterisation, e.g. antiphlogistics and cardiaca
• A61K 48/00 - Medicinal preparations containing genetic material which is inserted into cells of the living body to treat genetic diseasesGene therapy
• A61K 47/68 - Medicinal preparations characterised by the non-active ingredients used, e.g. carriers or inert additivesTargeting or modifying agents chemically bound to the active ingredient the non-active ingredient being chemically bound to the active ingredient, e.g. polymer-drug conjugates the non-active ingredient being a modifying agent the modifying agent being an antibody, an immunoglobulin or a fragment thereof, e.g. an Fc-fragment
• A61K 38/20 - Interleukins
• C12N 15/09 - Recombinant DNA-technology
• A61K 38/14 - Peptides containing saccharide radicalsDerivatives thereof
• A61K 38/00 - Medicinal preparations containing peptides
• C12N 5/07 - Animal cells or tissues
• C12N 15/113 - Non-coding nucleic acids modulating the expression of genes, e.g. antisense oligonucleotides
• C12P 21/02 - Preparation of peptides or proteins having a known sequence of two or more amino acids, e.g. glutathione

Abstract

The present invention relates, in general, to HIV-1 and, in particular, to broadly neutralizing HIV-1 antibodies, and to HIV-1 immunogens and to methods of using such immunogens to induce the production of broadly neutralizing HIV-1 antibodies in a subject (e.g., a human).

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/21 - Retroviridae, e.g. equine infectious anemia virus
• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• C07K 14/005 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from viruses
• C12N 7/00 - Viruses, e.g. bacteriophagesCompositions thereofPreparation or purification thereof
• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies

Abstract

Described herein are dengue virus E-glycoprotein polypeptides containing mutations that eliminate immunodominant cross-reactive epitopes associated with immune enhancement. The disclosed dengue virus E-glycoproteins optionally further include mutations that introduce a strong CD4 T cell epitope. The disclosed E-glycoprotein polypeptides, or nucleic acid molecules encoding the polypeptides, can be used, for example, in monovalent or tetravalent vaccines against dengue virus.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• C07K 14/005 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from viruses
• C12N 7/00 - Viruses, e.g. bacteriophagesCompositions thereofPreparation or purification thereof
• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies

Abstract

Neisseria meningitidis in a sample.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/689 - Nucleic acid products used in the analysis of nucleic acids, e.g. primers or probes for detection or identification of organisms for bacteria
• C12Q 1/6895 - Nucleic acid products used in the analysis of nucleic acids, e.g. primers or probes for detection or identification of organisms for plants, fungi or algae

Abstract

The present invention provides method for promoting the maturation and export of T cells from thymic tissue by contacting the thymic tissue with supraphysiological levels of interleukin (IL)-15. The present invention also provides methods for preventing, alleviating, reducing, and/or inhibiting lymphopenia or peripheral depletion of lymphocytes in a patient in need thereof by administering to the patient IL-15.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/54 - Interleukins [IL]
• C07K 14/715 - ReceptorsCell surface antigensCell surface determinants for cytokinesReceptorsCell surface antigensCell surface determinants for lymphokinesReceptorsCell surface antigensCell surface determinants for interferons
• A61K 38/20 - Interleukins
• C12N 15/62 - DNA sequences coding for fusion proteins
• C12N 5/16 - Animal cells
• C12P 19/30 - Nucleotides
• A61K 38/17 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from animalsPeptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from humans
• A61K 45/06 - Mixtures of active ingredients without chemical characterisation, e.g. antiphlogistics and cardiaca
• A61K 48/00 - Medicinal preparations containing genetic material which is inserted into cells of the living body to treat genetic diseasesGene therapy
• A61K 47/68 - Medicinal preparations characterised by the non-active ingredients used, e.g. carriers or inert additivesTargeting or modifying agents chemically bound to the active ingredient the non-active ingredient being chemically bound to the active ingredient, e.g. polymer-drug conjugates the non-active ingredient being a modifying agent the modifying agent being an antibody, an immunoglobulin or a fragment thereof, e.g. an Fc-fragment
• C12N 15/09 - Recombinant DNA-technology
• A61K 38/00 - Medicinal preparations containing peptides
• C12N 5/07 - Animal cells or tissues
• C12N 15/113 - Non-coding nucleic acids modulating the expression of genes, e.g. antisense oligonucleotides
• C12P 21/02 - Preparation of peptides or proteins having a known sequence of two or more amino acids, e.g. glutathione

Abstract

lyssaviruses.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 16/10 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from viruses from RNA viruses
• G01N 33/569 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor for microorganisms, e.g. protozoa, bacteria, viruses
• C12Q 1/00 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions
• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies

Abstract

Embodiments herein report compositions, uses and manufacturing of dengue virus constructs and live attenuated dengue viruses. Some embodiments concern a composition that includes, but is not limited to, a tetravalent dengue virus composition. In certain embodiments, compositions can include constructs of one or more serotypes of dengue virus, such as dengue-1 (DEN-1) virus, dengue-2 (DEN-2) virus, dengue-3 (DEN-3) or dengue-4 (DEN-4) virus constructs. In other embodiments, constructs disclosed herein can be combined in a composition to generate a vaccine against more one or more dengue virus constructs that may or may not be subsequently passaged in mammalian cells.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• C12N 15/09 - Recombinant DNA-technology
• A61K 38/16 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof
• A61K 31/713 - Double-stranded nucleic acids or oligonucleotides
• C07K 14/005 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from viruses
• A61K 31/7048 - Compounds having saccharide radicals and heterocyclic rings having oxygen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. leucoglucosan, hesperidin, erythromycin, nystatin
• C07K 14/18 - Togaviridae, e.g. flavivirus, pestivirus, yellow fever virus, hepatitis C virus, japanese encephalitis virus
• C07K 19/00 - Hybrid peptides
• C12N 15/861 - Adenoviral vectors
• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies
• A61P 31/14 - Antivirals for RNA viruses

Abstract

Haemophilus influenzae in a sample.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/689 - Nucleic acid products used in the analysis of nucleic acids, e.g. primers or probes for detection or identification of organisms for bacteria
• C12P 19/34 - Polynucleotides, e.g. nucleic acids, oligoribonucleotides
• C12Q 1/70 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving virus or bacteriophage

Abstract

Provided herein are compounds and pharmaceutical compositions comprising quinolinones. The quinolinones and compositions thereof are useful as eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4F (eIF4F) complex modulators.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 401/06 - Heterocyclic compounds containing two or more hetero rings, having nitrogen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms, at least one ring being a six-membered ring with only one nitrogen atom containing two hetero rings linked by a carbon chain containing only aliphatic carbon atoms
• C07D 401/14 - Heterocyclic compounds containing two or more hetero rings, having nitrogen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms, at least one ring being a six-membered ring with only one nitrogen atom containing three or more hetero rings
• C07D 403/04 - Heterocyclic compounds containing two or more hetero rings, having nitrogen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms, not provided for by group containing two hetero rings directly linked by a ring-member-to-ring- member bond
• C07D 215/227 - Oxygen atoms attached in position 2 or 4 only one oxygen atom which is attached in position 2
• A61K 31/4704 - 2-Quinolinones, e.g. carbostyril
• A61K 31/444 - Non-condensed pyridinesHydrogenated derivatives thereof containing further heterocyclic ring systems containing a six-membered ring with nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. amrinone
• A61K 31/506 - PyrimidinesHydrogenated pyrimidines, e.g. trimethoprim not condensed and containing further heterocyclic rings

Abstract

A cutter head for a mining machine includes a first end and a second end with a drum axis extending between the first and the second ends. The cutter head also includes a web coupled to the second end of the drum. The web includes a plurality of arcuate apertures. Each arcuate aperture extends through an angle about the drum axis. The cutter head further includes a plurality of first ribs coupled to the web. Each of the first ribs is positioned between adjacent arcuate apertures. The cutter head also includes a plurality of second ribs coupled to the web. Each of the second ribs extend across one of the plurality of arcuate apertures. A first angle that extends between one of the first ribs and an adjacent one of the second ribs is different than a second angle extending between the one first rib and another adjacent second rib.

IPC Classes  ?

• E21C 27/24 - Mineral freed by means not involving slitting by milling means acting on the full working face
• E21C 25/06 - Machines slitting solely by one or more cutting rods or cutting drums which rotate, move through the seam, and may or may not reciprocate
• E21C 25/10 - RodsDrums

Abstract

The present invention provides new, fully human EphA4 monoclonal antibodies with distinct binding characteristics. Also disclosed are antigen binding fragments of these antibodies, bispecific forms of these antibodies, and conjugates of these antibodies. In addition, nucleic acids encoding these antibodies, antigen binding fragments, bispecific antibodies and conjugates are disclosed. These monoclonal antibodies, antigen binding fragments, bispecific antibodies, conjugates, nucleic acids and vectors are of use for identifying and treating a subject with a disease or condition involving abnormal EphA4-mediated signaling.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/395 - AntibodiesImmunoglobulinsImmune serum, e.g. antilymphocytic serum

Abstract

RVF for immunization against RVF virus infection.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 7/00 - Viruses, e.g. bacteriophagesCompositions thereofPreparation or purification thereof
• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• G01N 33/569 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor for microorganisms, e.g. protozoa, bacteria, viruses
• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies

Abstract

The present invention relates to a conjugate that specifically targets a calcineurin inhibitor to T cells, such as Th17 cells, for use in a method for the treatment of an inflammatory disease. The invention also relates to a method for treating an inflammatory disease by administering a conjugate that specifically targets a calcineurin inhibitor to T cells, such as Th17 cells. In addition, the invention relates to a method for identifying a subject likely to be resistant to steroid treatment, as well as a subject likely to benefit from treatment with a calcineurin inhibitor.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 47/48 - Medicinal preparations characterised by the non-active ingredients used, e.g. carriers, inert additives the non-active ingredient being chemically bound to the active ingredient, e.g. polymer drug conjugates

Abstract

Disclosed herein are methods of detecting influenza virus in a sample from a subject. In some embodiments, the disclosed methods include contacting a sample with at least one primer 10-40 nucleotides in length wherein the at least one primer is capable of hybridizing to an influenza virus polymerase basic protein 1 (PB1) nucleic acid at least 70% identical to the nucleic acid sequence set forth as any one of SEQ ID NOs: 1-3, amplifying the PB1 nucleic acid or a portion thereof to produce an amplified PB1 nucleic acid, and detecting the amplified PB1 nucleic acid, wherein presence of the amplified PB1 nucleic acid indicates presence of influenza virus in the sample from the subject. In some examples, the primers comprise or consist of the nucleic acid sequence set forth as one of SEQ ID NO: 4, SEQ ID NO: 5, SEQ ID NO: 9, or SEQ ID NO: 10.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/70 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving virus or bacteriophage

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to compositions and methods for detecting presence of an influenza virus in a sample, such as a biological sample obtained from a subject or an environmental sample. In some embodiments, the compositions and methods can be used to quickly identify particular subtypes of influenza virus (such as seasonal or variant influenza subtype H3, influenza subtype H5, Eurasian influenza subtype H7, North American influenza subtype H7, and/or influenza subtype H9) present in a sample. Probes and primers are provided herein that permit the rapid detection and/or discrimination of influenza virus subtype nucleic acids in a sample. Devices (such as arrays) and kits for detection and/or discrimination of influenza virus subtype nucleic acids are also disclosed herein.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/70 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving virus or bacteriophage

Abstract

Methods for detecting Legionella (such as Legionella spp., Legionella pneumophila, Legionella pneumophila serogroup 1, Legionella bozemanii, Legionella dumoffii, Legionella feeleii, Legionella longbeachae, and/or Legionella micdadei) are disclosed. A sample suspected of containing one or more Legionella nucleic acids is screened for the presence or absence of that nucleic acid. Determining whether Legionella nucleic acid is present in the sample can be accomplished by detecting hybridization between a Legionella probe and a nucleic acid in a sample. Also disclosed are probes and primers for the detection of Legionella, and kits that contain the disclosed probes and/or primers.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/68 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving nucleic acids

Abstract

This disclosure concerns the isolation, identification and sequencing of a unique Phlebovirus, the Lone Star Virus. Lone Star Virus nucleic acid molecules, proteins and antibodies are disclosed. Methods are also disclosed for the detection, diagnostic and treatment of the Lone Star Virus.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 7/00 - Viruses, e.g. bacteriophagesCompositions thereofPreparation or purification thereof
• C07K 14/175 - Bunyaviridae, e.g. California encephalitis virus, Rift valley fever virus, Hantaan virus
• C07K 16/10 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from viruses from RNA viruses
• G01N 33/569 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor for microorganisms, e.g. protozoa, bacteria, viruses

Abstract

Embodiments herein report compositions, uses and manufacturing of dengue virus constructs and live attenuated dengue viruses. Some embodiments concern a composition that includes, but is not limited to, a tetravalent dengue virus composition. In certain embodiments, compositions can include constructs of one or more serotypes of dengue virus, such as dengue-1 (DEN-1) virus, dengue-2 (DEN-2) virus, dengue-3 (DEN-3) or dengue-4 (DEN-4) virus constructs. In other embodiments, constructs disclosed herein can be combined in a composition to generate a vaccine against more one or more dengue virus constructs that may or may not be subsequently passaged in mammalian cells.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens

Abstract

Baboon Adenovirus (BaAdV)-2/4 and BaAdV-3 are disclosed herein. BaAdV-2/4 and BaAdV-3 polynucleotide, polypeptides and antibodies that specifically bind BaAdV-2/4 and/or BaAdV-3 are disclosed. Methods are disclosed for detecting BaAdV-2/4 and BaAdV-3. Methods are also disclosed for treating, preventing, and inducing an immune response to BaAdV-2/4 and/or BaAdV-3. Kits are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 15/34 - Proteins from DNA viruses
• C07K 14/075 - Adenoviridae
• C12N 15/63 - Introduction of foreign genetic material using vectorsVectorsUse of hosts thereforRegulation of expression
• C12N 5/10 - Cells modified by introduction of foreign genetic material, e.g. virus-transformed cells
• C07K 16/08 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from viruses
• C12Q 1/68 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving nucleic acids
• C12P 21/02 - Preparation of peptides or proteins having a known sequence of two or more amino acids, e.g. glutathione
• C12N 15/861 - Adenoviral vectors
• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• A61P 31/20 - Antivirals for DNA viruses

Abstract

Embodiments herein report compositions, methods and uses for dengue-4 (DENV-4) virus constructs. Some embodiments concern a composition that includes, but is not limited to, DENV-4 virus constructs disclosed herein that alone or in combination with other constructs can be used in a vaccine composition to induce an immune response in a subject. In certain embodiments, compositions can include constructs of more than one serotypes of dengue virus, such as dengue-1 (DEN-1) virus, dengue-2 (DEN-2) virus, or dengue-3 (DEN-3) virus in combination with DENV-4 virus constructs disclosed herein. In other embodiments, DENV-4 constructs disclosed herein can be combined in a composition with other flavivirus constructs to generate a vaccine against more than one flavivirus. Other embodiments provide methods and uses for DENV-4 virus constructs in vaccine compositions that when administered to a subject induce an immune response in the subject against DENV-4 that is improved by modified constructs compared to other vaccine compositions.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens

Abstract

The present invention relates, in general, to HIV-1 and, in particular, to broadly neutralizing HIV-1 antibodies, and to HIV-1 immunogens and to methods of using such immunogens to induce the production of broadly neutralizing HIV-1 antibodies in a subject (e.g., a human).

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/155 - Lentiviridae, e.g. human immunodeficiency virus [HIV], visna-maedi virus or equine infectious anaemia virus
• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• A61P 31/18 - Antivirals for RNA viruses for HIV

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and systems for targeted delivery of a compound to a target cell that over-expresses two different proteinases. Specifically, two different modified protective antigen proteins, each comprising a cleavage site recognized by a distinct proteinase in place of the native proteinase cleavage site recognized by furin, are administered in combination with a compound that contains a protective antigen binding site. Upon cleavage by the two proteinases the two modified protective antigen proteins form a hetero-oligomer, allowing the compound to bind to the hetero-oligomer and subsequently to be translocated into the target cell.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 47/48 - Medicinal preparations characterised by the non-active ingredients used, e.g. carriers, inert additives the non-active ingredient being chemically bound to the active ingredient, e.g. polymer drug conjugates
• C07K 14/32 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from bacteria from Bacillus (G)
• B82Y 5/00 - Nanobiotechnology or nanomedicine, e.g. protein engineering or drug delivery

Abstract

This disclosure related to methods and reagents for isothermal amplification of nucleic acid molecules. In some embodiments, methods are provided for amplification of a nucleic acid molecule from a biological sample. Additional embodiments include identification of a target nucleic acid molecule in a biological sample using the disclosed amplification methods.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/68 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving nucleic acids
• C12N 15/11 - DNA or RNA fragmentsModified forms thereof

Abstract

A nasal delivery device can include air-receiving section that has a first passageway therethrough to allow air to pass through the air-receiving section, a powder-reservoir receiving section sized to receive a powder reservoir, and a powder-delivery section that has a second passageway therethrough to allow aerosolized powder from the powder reservoir to pass through the powder-delivery section. The first passageway can have a first end and a second end, with the first end being further from the powder-reservoir receiving section and the second end being at or near the powder-reservoir receiving area. The second end of the air-receiving section can include a flattened region so that air exiting the air-receiving section has a generally flattened profile.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61M 15/00 - Inhalators
• A61M 15/08 - Inhaling devices inserted into the nose

Abstract

Disclosed herein is a robust system for the reverse genetics generation of a Rift Valley fever (RVF) virus replicon particle (VRPRVF) vaccine candidate. VRPRVF can actively synthesize viral RNA and proteins, but lack structural glycoprotein genes, preventing spread within immunized individuals and reducing the risk of vaccine-induced pathogenicity. Is it disclosed herein that VRPRVF immunization is both safe and efficacious, resulting in a robust immune response that is protective against RVF virus challenge within 24 hours of immunization. Provided herein are VRPRVF, methods of producing VRPRVF, and method of using VRPRVF for immunization against RVF virus infection.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 7/00 - Viruses, e.g. bacteriophagesCompositions thereofPreparation or purification thereof
• C12N 7/04 - Inactivation or attenuationProducing viral sub-units
• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• A61K 35/76 - VirusesSubviral particlesBacteriophages
• G01N 33/50 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing
• A61P 37/04 - Immunostimulants
• A61P 35/00 - Antineoplastic agents

Abstract

Methods for detecting Legionella (such as Legionella spp., Legionella pneumophila, Legionella pneumophila serogroup 1, Legionella bozemanii, Legionella dumoffii, Legionella feeleii, Legionella longbeachae, and/or Legionella micdadei) are disclosed. A sample suspected of containing one or more Legionella nucleic acids is screened for the presence or absence of that nucleic acid. Determining whether Legionella nucleic acid is present in the sample can be accomplished by detecting hybridization between a Legionella probe and a nucleic acid in a sample. Also disclosed are probes and primers for the detection of Legionella, and kits that contain the disclosed probes and/or primers.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/68 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving nucleic acids

Abstract

Described herein are the clinical and laboratory characteristics of two patients bitten by ticks and infected with a unique member of the genus Phlebovirus (family Bunyaviridae) with a proposed name of Heartland virus (HRTLV). Provided herein are nucleotide and amino acid sequences of the Phlebovirus isolates, primers and probes that specifically hybridize with the Phlebovirus isolates, and antibodies specific for the Phlebovirus proteins. Also provided are detection assays using the Phlebovirus nucleic acid molecules, proteins, probes, primers and antibodies. Further provided are recombinant Phleboviruses and their use for eliciting an immune response in a subject.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 7/00 - Viruses, e.g. bacteriophagesCompositions thereofPreparation or purification thereof

Abstract

The invention provides methods and compositions for eliciting broad immune responses. The methods employ nucleic acid vaccines that encodes highly conserved elements from a virus.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/16 - HIV-1

Abstract

Described herein are dengue virus E-glycoprotein polypeptides containing mutations that eliminate immunodominant cross-reactive epitopes associated with immune enhancement. The disclosed dengue virus E-glycoproteins optionally further include mutations that introduce a strong CD4 T cell epitope. The disclosed E-glycoprotein polypeptides, or nucleic acid molecules encoding the polypeptides, can be used, for example, in monovalent or tetravalent vaccines against dengue virus. The dengue virus E-glycoprotein polypeptides have amino acid substitutions at residues corresponding to positions 106, 107, 310 and 31 1, and either position 364 or position 389 of dengue serotype 1 (DENV- l) E- glycoprotein. The provided E-glycoprotein polypeptides optionally further include mutations corresponding to positions 468, 478, 482 and 487 of DENV-1 E-glycoprotein.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/18 - Togaviridae, e.g. flavivirus, pestivirus, yellow fever virus, hepatitis C virus, japanese encephalitis virus
• C12N 15/40 - Proteins from RNA viruses, e.g. flaviviruses
• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• A61K 39/295 - Polyvalent viral antigensMixtures of viral and bacterial antigens

Abstract

Medical devices that are resistant to biofilm development and methods of the manufacture of biofilm resistant medical devices are provided. One or more bacteriophages are tethered to the surface of a medical device or a hydrogei-type coating on the surface of the device by covalent bonding while maintaining bacteriophage infective or lytic activity. The presence of the bacteriophages on a medical device, such as an indwelling medical device, prevents biofilm formation or reduces existing biofilm formation on the surface of the device when in use. These devices address the long felt need for biofilm resistant devices that increase safety and reduce complications normally associated with prior indwelling or other medical devices.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61L 27/52 - Hydrogels or hydrocolloids
• A61L 27/34 - Macromolecular materials
• A01N 63/00 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing microorganisms, viruses, microbial fungi, animals or substances produced by, or obtained from, microorganisms, viruses, microbial fungi or animals, e.g. enzymes or fermentates
• A61F 2/00 - Filters implantable into blood vesselsProstheses, i.e. artificial substitutes or replacements for parts of the bodyAppliances for connecting them with the bodyDevices providing patency to, or preventing collapsing of, tubular structures of the body, e.g. stents
• A61M 25/01 - Introducing, guiding, advancing, emplacing or holding catheters
• A61F 13/02 - Adhesive bandages or dressings

Abstract

Methods are disclosed for treating cerebral ischemia using a combination of C1-INH and immunoglobulin, such as human plasma derived immunoglobulin (IVIG).

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/395 - AntibodiesImmunoglobulinsImmune serum, e.g. antilymphocytic serum
• A61K 38/55 - Protease inhibitors
• A61P 9/10 - Drugs for disorders of the cardiovascular system for treating ischaemic or atherosclerotic diseases, e.g. antianginal drugs, coronary vasodilators, drugs for myocardial infarction, retinopathy, cerebrovascula insufficiency, renal arteriosclerosis

Abstract

Amido compounds are disclosed that have a formula represented by the following:1 and wherein Cy1, Cy2, nl, n2, R1a, R1b, R2, R3, R4, R5, and R6 are as described herein. The compounds may be prepared as pharmaceutical compositions, and may be used for the prevention and treatment of a variety of conditions in mammals including humans, including by¬ way of non-limiting example, inflammatory conditions, autoimmune disorders, cancer, and graft- versus-host disease.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/435 - Heterocyclic compounds having nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. guanethidine or rifamycins having six-membered rings with one nitrogen as the only ring hetero atom
• A61K 31/40 - Heterocyclic compounds having nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. guanethidine or rifamycins having five-membered rings with one nitrogen as the only ring hetero atom, e.g. sulpiride, succinimide, tolmetin, buflomedil
• C07D 211/16 - Heterocyclic compounds containing hydrogenated pyridine rings, not condensed with other rings with only hydrogen or carbon atoms directly attached to the ring nitrogen atom having no double bonds between ring members or between ring members and non-ring members with hydrocarbon or substituted hydrocarbon radicals directly attached to ring carbon atoms with radicals containing only carbon and hydrogen atoms attached to ring carbon atoms with acylated ring nitrogen atom
• C07D 409/06 - Heterocyclic compounds containing two or more hetero rings, at least one ring having sulfur atoms as the only ring hetero atoms containing two hetero rings linked by a carbon chain containing only aliphatic carbon atoms
• A61P 29/00 - Non-central analgesic, antipyretic or antiinflammatory agents, e.g. antirheumatic agentsNon-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs [NSAID]
• A61P 35/00 - Antineoplastic agents

Abstract

Described herein is the identification and of a potent West Nile virus (WNV) CD4 positive T cell epitope and its use for increasing the immunogenicity of heterologous flavivirus vaccines, such as dengue virus type 2 (DENV-2) DNA and virus-like particle (VLP) vaccines. Also described are methods for the identification of potent T cell epitopes to enhance immunogenicity of multivalent vaccines.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/18 - Togaviridae, e.g. flavivirus, pestivirus, yellow fever virus, hepatitis C virus, japanese encephalitis virus

Abstract

The present invention includes a novel protein, also referred to herein as simukunin, that inhibits the function of several physiologically important enzymes. Simukunin is a potent inhibitor of the blood coagulation cascade, inhibiting Factor Xa and functioning as an efficient anticoagulant. Simukunin also inhibits the serine proteases elastase and cathepsin and demonstrates anti-inflammatory properties. Also included are methods of making and using simukunin.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 38/36 - Blood coagulation or fibrinolysis factors
• A61P 7/02 - Antithrombotic agentsAnticoagulantsPlatelet aggregation inhibitors
• C07K 14/745 - Blood coagulation or fibrinolysis factors

Abstract

This invention provides fusion proteins comprising a Filovirus glycoprotein segment and an immunoglobulin polypeptide segment. The fusion proteins are useful in immunogenic compositions to protect against infections by Filoviruses, such as Ebola virus, in both humans and non-human animals. The fusion proteins are also useful in diagnostic assays to detect Filovirus infections.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• A61P 31/14 - Antivirals for RNA viruses
• G01N 33/50 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing

Abstract

Antibody VRC01 represents a human immunoglobulin that neutralizes -∼90% of diverse HIV-1 isolates. To understand how such broadly neutralizing HIV-1 antibodies develop and recognize the viral envelope, we used X-ray crystallography and 454 pyrosequencing to characterize additional antibodies from HIV-1-infected individuals. Crystal structures revealed a convergent mode of binding of different antibodies to the same CD4-binding-site epitope. Antibody recognition was achieved through the evolution of complementary contact domains that were generated in diverse ways. Phylogenetic analysis of expressed heavy and light chains determined by deep sequencing revealed a common pathway of antibody heavy chain maturation confined to IGHV1-2*02 lineage that could pair with different light chains. The maturation pathway inferred by antibodyomics reveals that diverse antibodies evolve to a highly affinity-matured state to recognize an invariant viral structure, providing insight into the development and evolution of broadly neutralizing HIV-1 immunity.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 16/10 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from viruses from RNA viruses
• C12N 15/13 - Immunoglobulins
• A61K 39/42 - AntibodiesImmunoglobulinsImmune serum, e.g. antilymphocytic serum viral
• A61P 31/18 - Antivirals for RNA viruses for HIV

Abstract

Mesothelin is a differentiation antigen present on the surface of ovarian cancers, mesotheliomas and several other types of human cancers. Because among normal tissues, mesothelin is only present on mesothelial cells, it represents a good target for antibody mediated delivery of cytotoxic agents. The present invention is directed to improved recombinant immunotoxins comprising anti-mesothelin antibodies, including Fv molecules with particularly high affinity for mesothelin, and a Pseudomonas Exotoxin moiety which has been modified to reduce its immunogenicity and protease sensitivity and providing a better cytotoxicity for cells which expresss mesothelin. The RITs are well-suited for the treatment of cancers of the ovary, stomach, squamous cells, mesotheliomas and other malignant cells expressing mesothelin.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies
• C07K 14/21 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from bacteria from Pseudomonadaceae (F)
• C07K 16/30 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from animals or humans against receptors, cell surface antigens or cell surface determinants from tumour cells

Abstract

The present invention provides chimeric molecules having a ubiquitin moiety attached to a cytosol-targeting moiety and an effector moiety. The ubiquitin can be modified to replace one or more lysine residues with another amino acid to reduce the amount of ubiquitination and proteasomal degradation of the chimeric molecule. The modified ubiquitin results in increased stability of the effector moiety in the cytosol of the target cell. The invention also provides methods of using the ubiquitin-containing chimeric molecules to target diseased cells, such as tumor cells and HIV-infected cells.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 19/00 - Hybrid peptides
• C12N 15/62 - DNA sequences coding for fusion proteins
• A61K 47/48 - Medicinal preparations characterised by the non-active ingredients used, e.g. carriers, inert additives the non-active ingredient being chemically bound to the active ingredient, e.g. polymer drug conjugates
• A61K 47/42 - ProteinsPolypeptidesDegradation products thereofDerivatives thereof, e.g. albumin, gelatin or zein
• C07K 14/47 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from animalsPeptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from humans from vertebrates from mammals
• C12N 15/87 - Introduction of foreign genetic material using processes not otherwise provided for, e.g. co-transformation
• C12P 21/02 - Preparation of peptides or proteins having a known sequence of two or more amino acids, e.g. glutathione
• A61P 35/00 - Antineoplastic agents
• A61P 31/18 - Antivirals for RNA viruses for HIV
• C07K 14/21 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from bacteria from Pseudomonadaceae (F)
• C07K 14/195 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from bacteria
• C07K 14/415 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from plants
• C07K 14/32 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from bacteria from Bacillus (G)
• C12N 15/09 - Recombinant DNA-technology

Abstract

A process for detecting Haemophilus influenzae nucleic acid in a sample includes producing an amplification product by amplifying a Haemophilus influenzae nucleotide sequence and measuring the amplification product to detect Haemophilus influenzae in the sample. Some embodiments allow direct serotype determination in a single step assay. Also provided are reagents and methods for detecting and distinguishing Haemophilus influenzae from other infectious agents. A kit is provided for detecting and quantifying Haemophilus influenzae in a sample.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/68 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving nucleic acids
• C12Q 1/04 - Determining presence or kind of microorganismUse of selective media for testing antibiotics or bacteriocidesCompositions containing a chemical indicator therefor
• C12N 15/11 - DNA or RNA fragmentsModified forms thereof

Abstract

The invention provides small molecule inhibitors of EYA2 phosphatase activity and EYA2 binding to Six1. These inhibitors are proposed for use in methods of treating cancer in a subject, such as those involving Six1 and/or EYA2 disregulation. In some embodiments, the invention further provides for the administration of a second cancer therapy to the subject.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01N 33/26 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic nitrogen compounds containing nitrogen-to-nitrogen bonds, e.g. azides, diazo-amino compounds, diazonium compounds, hydrazine derivatives
• A61K 31/15 - Oximes (C=N—O—)Hydrazines (N—N)Hydrazones (N—N=)

Abstract

The present invention provides recombinant adenovirus vectors (serotype 26 and serotype 35) encoding filovirus antigens. The adenovirus vectors can be used to induce protective immune responses against filovirus infection.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 7/01 - Viruses, e.g. bacteriophages, modified by introduction of foreign genetic material
• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• A61K 39/235 - Adenoviridae

Abstract

One major problem in diagnosis methods presently available for anthrax is that these methods require several days to produce a result, are rendered unusable after antibiotic use, or are not quantifiable. The only existing treatment for anthrax requires administration soon after infection at a time when patients are exhibiting only mild flu-like symptoms. Thus, by the time a diagnosis is made a patient may be days beyond the time when treatment would be effective. The present invention reduces diagnosis time to as little as four hours providing same day identification of anthrax radically increasing the odds of delivering proper treatment and patient recovery. The rapid identification of anthrax edema factor activity exhibited by the invention is also amenable to in vivo screening protocols for the discovery and development of anthrax vaccines, anti-toxins and edema factor inhibitors. The invention isolates and concentrates edema factor and edema toxin from nearly any sample. By capitalizing on the adenylate cyclase activity of edema factor the invention amplifies output signals producing reliable detection of low concentrations of edema factor previously unachievable. The invention involves novel purification and detection techniques and substrates for rapid, reproducible, and quantitative measurements of anthrax edema factor, and other adenylate cyclases in biological samples.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/68 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing involving proteins, peptides or amino acids
• C12Q 1/25 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving enzymes not classifiable in groups
• G01N 33/543 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor with an insoluble carrier for immobilising immunochemicals
• G01N 33/569 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor for microorganisms, e.g. protozoa, bacteria, viruses

Abstract

The invention provides compositions and methods employing such compositions, for the treatment of inflammatory disorders that involve activation of NF- B. The compositions inhibit the CIKS binding to TRAF6 via an N-terminal CIKS domain.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 38/10 - Peptides having 12 to 20 amino acids
• A61K 38/16 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof
• A61K 47/48 - Medicinal preparations characterised by the non-active ingredients used, e.g. carriers, inert additives the non-active ingredient being chemically bound to the active ingredient, e.g. polymer drug conjugates
• A61P 29/00 - Non-central analgesic, antipyretic or antiinflammatory agents, e.g. antirheumatic agentsNon-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs [NSAID]

Abstract

The present invention provides a method for effectively and reproducibly infecting canines with Leishmania infantum using sand flies to vector the parasite. The inventive method comprises several steps, including ensuring canines are naive to Leishmania, infecting the canines using bites of Leishmania-infected sand fly bites, and evaluating successful transmission of the Leishmania parasites.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01K 67/027 - New or modified breeds of vertebrates
• A61K 39/008 - Leishmania antigens

Abstract

Described herein is a method of identifying a monoclonal antibody (or antigen- binding fragment thereof) that specifically binds a plurality of lyssaviruses for use in post-exposure rabies prophylaxis or in the treatment of clinical rabies. The method includes using a naive antibody phage display library to screen for phage clones that bind whole recombinant rabies virus or cells expressing glycoprotein from multiple lyssaviruses (such as RABV, MOKV and WCBV) and/or specifically bind recombinant glycoprotein from different lyssaviruses.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 15/13 - Immunoglobulins
• C07K 16/00 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies
• G01N 33/53 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor
• A61K 39/395 - AntibodiesImmunoglobulinsImmune serum, e.g. antilymphocytic serum
• C12N 15/85 - Vectors or expression systems specially adapted for eukaryotic hosts for animal cells

Abstract

This invention provides methods and compositions for increasing the efficiency of obtaining pluripotent stem cells, the method comprising expressing a 133p53 in cells that are being re-programmed to obtain pluripotent cells. The invention also provides method of inhibiting the proliferation of cancer stem cells, the method comprising suppressing expression of 133p53 in the cells.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 5/0789 - Stem cellsMultipotent progenitor cells

Abstract

The present invention provides antibodies and antibody fragments that specifically recognize and agonize the death receptor 4 (DR4). Also provided in the invention are polynucleotides and vectors that encode such molecules and host cells that harbor the polynucleotides or vectors.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 16/28 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from animals or humans against receptors, cell surface antigens or cell surface determinants
• C12N 15/13 - Immunoglobulins
• A61K 39/395 - AntibodiesImmunoglobulinsImmune serum, e.g. antilymphocytic serum
• A61P 35/00 - Antineoplastic agents

Abstract

A combination of H5N1 influenza peptides that provide for H5N1 diagnosis with a high level of sensitivity and specificity is described.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/53 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor

Abstract

This invention provides vaccines for inducing an immune response and protection against filovirus infection for use as a preventative vaccine in humans. In particular, the invention provides chimpanzee adenoviral vectors expressing filovirus proteins from different strains of Ebolavirus (EBOV) or Marburg virus (MARV).

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies
• A61K 39/38 - Antigens from snakes
• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• C12N 15/00 - Mutation or genetic engineeringDNA or RNA concerning genetic engineering, vectors, e.g. plasmids, or their isolation, preparation or purificationUse of hosts therefor

Abstract

Amido compounds are disclosed that have a formula represented by the following (I) and wherein n l, n2, Rla, Rlb, R2, R3, R4, R5, and R6 are as described herein. The compounds may be prepared as pharmaceutical compositions, and may be used for the prevention and treatment of a variety of conditions in mammals including humans, including by way of non-limiting example, inflammatory conditions, autoimmune disorders, cancer, and graft-versus-host disease.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/33 - Heterocyclic compounds
• A61K 31/12 - Ketones
• A61K 31/535 - Heterocyclic compounds having nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. guanethidine or rifamycins having six-membered rings with at least one nitrogen and at least one oxygen as the ring hetero atoms, e.g. 1,2-oxazines

Abstract

This invention provides a method of co-delivery of combination DNA and protein immunogenic compositions to enhance protective or therapeutic effects.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/21 - Retroviridae, e.g. equine infectious anemia virus

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to oligodeoxynucleotides that suppress an immune response. Methods are disclosed for preventing or treating inflammatory arthropathies by administering a therapeutically effective amount of a suppressive oligodeoxynucleotide.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/70 - CarbohydratesSugarsDerivatives thereof

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and compositions for reducing, inhibiting or preventing the development and/or production of neutralizing antibodies against therapeutic foreign proteins by co-administering the therapeutic foreign protein with a Janus kinase 3 (JAK3) inhibitor.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 38/16 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof
• A61K 31/506 - PyrimidinesHydrogenated pyrimidines, e.g. trimethoprim not condensed and containing further heterocyclic rings
• A61P 37/02 - Immunomodulators

Abstract

The present invention includes influenza Hemagglutinin protein fragments that fold properly when expressed in bacteria.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/145 - Orthomyxoviridae, e.g. influenza virus
• C07K 14/00 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof

Abstract

The present invention provides therapeutic nucleic acids such as interfering RNA (e.g., siRNA) that target the expression of genes associated with tumorigenesis and/or cell transformation, lipid particles (e.g., nucleic acid-lipid particles) comprising one or more (e.g., a cocktail) of the therapeutic nucleic acids, methods of making the lipid particles, and methods of delivering and/or administering the lipid particles, e.g., for the treatment of a cell proliferative disorder such as cancer.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 15/113 - Non-coding nucleic acids modulating the expression of genes, e.g. antisense oligonucleotides
• A61K 31/713 - Double-stranded nucleic acids or oligonucleotides
• A61P 35/00 - Antineoplastic agents
• C07H 21/02 - Compounds containing two or more mononucleotide units having separate phosphate or polyphosphate groups linked by saccharide radicals of nucleoside groups, e.g. nucleic acids with ribosyl as saccharide radical

Abstract

The present invention provides compositions comprising a chimeric molecule comprising a cytotoxin that inhibits protein synthesis and an agent that inactivates an anti-apoptotic BCL-2 family member protein and methods of inhibiting the growth of or promoting the apoptosis of an aberrantly proliferating cell population by co-administering the chimeric molecule and the agent that inactivates an anti-apoptotic BCL-2 family member protein.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/495 - Heterocyclic compounds having nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. guanethidine or rifamycins having six-membered rings with two nitrogen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms, e.g. piperazine
• A61K 47/48 - Medicinal preparations characterised by the non-active ingredients used, e.g. carriers, inert additives the non-active ingredient being chemically bound to the active ingredient, e.g. polymer drug conjugates
• A61P 35/00 - Antineoplastic agents

Abstract

The present invention provides improved Pseudomonas Exotoxin A (PE) molecules with high cytotoxicity and reduced immunogenicity, compositions containing the improved (PE), and methods of use.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 47/48 - Medicinal preparations characterised by the non-active ingredients used, e.g. carriers, inert additives the non-active ingredient being chemically bound to the active ingredient, e.g. polymer drug conjugates
• C07K 14/21 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from bacteria from Pseudomonadaceae (F)

Abstract

A method for determining the presence of mycobacteria species in an organism or biological sample, the method comprising adding to the organism or biological sample a probe molecule comprising a substrate and a label, which probe molecule can be incorporated into mycobacteria, the presence of mycobacteria being determined by a detector responsive to the presence of the label, optionally after applying a stimulus; suitable probe molecules include compounds comprising a label and a substrate, which label is can be detected by a detector responsive to the presence of the label, optionally after applying a stimulus, characterised by compound being able to engage with the active site of Antigen 85B (Ag85B) such that it can form simultaneous hydrogen bonds with two or more amino acids in the active site selected from Arg 43, Trp 264, Ser126, His 262 and Leu 42, or the corresponding amino acids in Antigen 85A (Ag85A) or Antigen 85C (Ag85C), at least one of which is with Ser126.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/351 - Heterocyclic compounds having oxygen as the only ring hetero atom, e.g. fungichromin having six-membered rings with one oxygen as the only ring hetero atom not condensed with another ring
• A61K 49/06 - Nuclear magnetic resonance [NMR] contrast preparationsMagnetic resonance imaging [MRI] contrast preparations
• A61K 51/00 - Preparations containing radioactive substances for use in therapy or testing in vivo
• C07D 309/02 - Heterocyclic compounds containing six-membered rings having one oxygen atom as the only ring hetero atom, not condensed with other rings having no double bonds between ring members or between ring members and non-ring members
• C07H 3/04 - Disaccharides

Abstract

The present invention relates to metalloprotease enzymes isolated from scorpion venom, their nucleic acid and amino acid sequences, and methods of use thereof in the treatment of various diseases, disorders and cosmetic conditions.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 9/48 - Hydrolases (3.) acting on peptide bonds, e.g. thromboplastin, leucine aminopeptidase (3.4)
• C12N 15/57 - Hydrolases (3) acting on peptide bonds (3.4)
• A61K 38/48 - Hydrolases (3) acting on peptide bonds (3.4)
• A61K 8/66 - Enzymes

Abstract

The present invention provides method for promoting the maturation and export of T cells from thymic tissue by contacting the thymic tissue with supraphysiological levels of interleukin (IL)-15. The present invention also provides methods for preventing, alleviating, reducing, and/or inhibiting lymphopenia or peripheral depletion of lymphocytes in a patient in need thereof by administering to the patient IL-15.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 38/20 - Interleukins
• A61K 47/48 - Medicinal preparations characterised by the non-active ingredients used, e.g. carriers, inert additives the non-active ingredient being chemically bound to the active ingredient, e.g. polymer drug conjugates
• A61K 48/00 - Medicinal preparations containing genetic material which is inserted into cells of the living body to treat genetic diseasesGene therapy
• A61P 37/04 - Immunostimulants

Abstract

The present invention provides monoclonal anti-mesothelin antibodies and antibody fragments and methods for their use. The antibodies can be completely human.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 16/30 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from animals or humans against receptors, cell surface antigens or cell surface determinants from tumour cells

Abstract

The disclosure provides compositions comprising Coxiella burnetii substantially free of eukaryotic host cells, and methods of making and using such compositions.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 1/20 - BacteriaCulture media therefor
• C12N 1/38 - Chemical stimulation of growth or activity by addition of chemical compounds which are not essential growth factorsStimulation of growth by removal of a chemical compound

Abstract

Disclosed are oxo-hydroquinazolines of formula I that are useful as selective TSHR agonists. The compounds may be used for detecting or treating thyroid cancer, or treating a bone degenerative disorder.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 235/18 - BenzimidazolesHydrogenated benzimidazoles with aryl radicals directly attached in position 2
• A61K 31/4184 - 1,3-Diazoles condensed with carbocyclic rings, e.g. benzimidazoles

Abstract

Disclosed herein are methods of selectively killing cancer cells. The methods include contacting a cancer cell with a compound that inhibits geminin. Disclosed herein are methods that selectively induce apoptosis in cancer cells in the absence of a cell cycle checkpoint inhibitor. Also disclosed are methods for identifying a compound that selectively kills cancer cells, including contacting a cancer cell with a test compound, determining the cell cycle status of the cancer cell, and determining geminin activity in the cancer cell, wherein a compound that induces DNA re-replication, cell cycle arrest, or apoptosis and inhibits geminin activity is a compound that selectively induces apoptosis of cancer cells.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 15/11 - DNA or RNA fragmentsModified forms thereof

Abstract

Disclosed herein are methods of identifying a subject as a candidate for treatment with copper. The described methods include determining the presence of at least one mutation in an ATP7 A gene and the presence of at least one biochemical marker of abnormal copper metabolism, wherein the presence of at least one ATP7A mutation and at least one biochemical marker of abnormal copper metabolism identifies an individual likely to benefit from copper treatment. The mutation in ATP7A is one or more mutation selected from the group consisting of Gln197Ter; Arg201Ter; Ala629Pro; Ser637Leu; Gly666Arg; Gly727Arg; Ser833Gly; Gly1019Asp; Asn1304Ser; Ala1362Asp; IVS8,AS,dup5; IVS9,DS,+6T>G; IVS21,DS,+3A>T; Del4246-4260; and Del 4284-4315. The biochemical marker of abnormal copper metabolism includes copper level, ceruloplasmin level, placental copper level, catecholamine level, or cellular copper egress.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/68 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving nucleic acids

Abstract

The invention relates to novel methods for detecting and/or quantifying oversulfated or persulfated glycosaminoglycans based on inhibition of nucleic acid polymerases. The methods can be utilized to detect and quantify oversulfated or persulfated glycosaminoglycans in pharmaceutical preparations, such as heparin preparations or therapeutic medical devices. When used to detect or quantify oversulfated glycosaminoglycans in heparin containing solutions, the samples are prepared by treatment with heparinases to degrade the heparin. Titration of the inhibition of the activity of the polymerases allows quantitation of the oversulfated glycosaminoglycans in the sample.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/68 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving nucleic acids
• C12Q 1/48 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving transferase
• G01N 33/86 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing involving blood coagulating time

Abstract

The present invention provides compositions, kits, systems, and methods for detecting antigens in a biological sample, preferably HIV antigens and in particular a HIV-1 p24 antigen. A preferred p24 immuosystem has a wide dynamic range together with a high sensitivity. A preferred assay of the present invention uses a solid support coupled to a high affinity first antibody directed against an antigen together with a labeled second antibody binding to the same antigen.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/543 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor with an insoluble carrier for immobilising immunochemicals
• G01N 33/569 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor for microorganisms, e.g. protozoa, bacteria, viruses

Abstract

It is disclosed herein that expression of microRNA-26 is decreased in hepatocellular (HCC) tumor tissue relative to non-cancerous tissue, and that a low level of microRNA-26 is associated with a poor clinical outcome. It is also disclosed herein that a low expression level of microRNA-26 is correlated with a favorable response to interferon (IFN) - α therapy in HCC patients. Thus, provided herein is a method of predicting the clinical outcome of a patient diagnosed with HCC comprising detecting the level of microRNA-26 expression in a sample obtained from the patient. Also provided is a method of selecting a patient diagnosed with HCC as a candidate for IFN-α therapy, comprising detecting the level of microRNA-26 expression in a sample obtained from the patient. A method of identifying therapeutic agents for the treatment of HCC, comprising screening candidate agents in vitro to select an agent that increases expression of microRNA-26 in HCC cells are also provided. Further provided are methods of treating a patient diagnosed with HCC and expressing a low level of miR-26, wherein treatment comprises IFN-α therapy.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/70 - CarbohydratesSugarsDerivatives thereof
• C12Q 1/68 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving nucleic acids

Abstract

The invention provides novel recombinant immunotoxins comprising domain III of cholix toxin and exotoxin from Vibrio cholerae. The present invention further provides methods for using the compositions of the present invention to (i) induce apoptosis in a cell bearing one or more surface markers (ii) inhibit unwanted growth, hyperproliferation or survival of a cell bearing one or more cell surface markers, (iii) treat a condition, such as a cancer, (iv) provide therapy for a mammal having developed antibodies to Pseudomonas exotoxin A, and (v) provide therapy for a mammal having developed a disease caused by the presence of cells bearing one or more cell surface marker.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 16/28 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from animals or humans against receptors, cell surface antigens or cell surface determinants
• C07K 14/28 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from bacteria from Vibrionaceae (F)
• A61K 39/395 - AntibodiesImmunoglobulinsImmune serum, e.g. antilymphocytic serum

Abstract

Methods are disclosed for treating, preventing or reducing the risk of developing occupational lung diseases, such as pneumoconiosis. In several embodiments, the methods include administering a therapeutically effective amount of the suppressive ODN to a subject having or at risk of developing a pneumoconiosis, thereby treating or inhibiting the pneumoconiosis. In several examples, thee subject can have or be at risk of developing silicosis, asbestosis or berryliosis. The method can include selecting a subject exposed to, or at risk of exposure to, inorganic particles, including, but not limited to silica, asbestos, berrylium, coal dust, or bauxite.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/7088 - Compounds having three or more nucleosides or nucleotides
• A61P 11/00 - Drugs for disorders of the respiratory system
• A61P 29/00 - Non-central analgesic, antipyretic or antiinflammatory agents, e.g. antirheumatic agentsNon-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs [NSAID]

Abstract

Imaging of cannabinoid subtype-1 (CB1) receptors in vivo is important for understanding their role in neuropsychiatric disorders and for drug development. Radioligands for imaging with PET or SPECT are required for this purpose. The present invention provides new ligands, including (-)-3-(4-chlorophenyl)-N'-[(4-cyanophenyl)sulfonyl]-4-phenyl-4,5-dihydro-1H-pyrazole-1-carboxamidine) and 1-(2-iodophenyl)-4-cyano-5-(4-methoxyphenyl)-N-(piperidin-1-yl)-1H-pyrazole-3-carboxylate, which were found to have high affinity and selectivity for binding to CB1 receptors. These compounds were labeled and evaluated as a PET and SPECT radioligands for use in mammals. After injection of [11C] (-)-3-(4-chlorophenyl)-N'-[(4-cyanophenyl)sulfonyl]-4-phenyl-4,5-dihydro-1H-pyrazole-1-carboxamidine) into mammals, high uptake and retention of radioactivity across brain according to the rank order of CB1 receptor densities was observed. Likewise 125I-labeled 1-(2-iodophenyl)-4-cyano-5-(4-methoxyphenyl)-N-(piperidin-1-yl)-1H-pyrazole-3-carboxylate showed a distinct regional distribution of radioactivity in brain tissue according to the known CB1 receptor densities. Ligands of the present invention are useful for in vivo imaging CB1 receptor function in mammals.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 51/04 - Organic compounds

Abstract

Disclosed herein are isolated human monoclonal antibodies that specifically bind human mesothelin with a binding affinity of about 25 nM or less. Nucleic acids encoding these antibodies, expression vectors including these nucleic acid molecules, and isolated host cells that express the nucleic acid molecules are also disclosed. The antibodies can be used to detect human mesothelin in a sample. Methods of diagnosing cancer, or confirming a diagnosis of cancer, are disclosed herein that utilize these antibodies. Methods of treating a subject with cancer are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 16/30 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from animals or humans against receptors, cell surface antigens or cell surface determinants from tumour cells
• G01N 33/48 - Biological material, e.g. blood, urineHaemocytometers
• A61P 35/00 - Antineoplastic agents

Abstract

Provide are immunogen c compositions and methods or el c t ng an immune response against B. anthracis and other bacteria that contain 3-methyl-3- hydroxybutyrate- or 3-hydroxybutryate-substituted saccharides. Conjugates of 3- methyl-3-hydroxybutyrate- or 3-hydroxybutryate-substituted saccharides elicit an effective immune response against B. anthracis spores in mammalian hosts to which the conjugates are administered.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/02 - Bacterial antigens
• A61K 47/48 - Medicinal preparations characterised by the non-active ingredients used, e.g. carriers, inert additives the non-active ingredient being chemically bound to the active ingredient, e.g. polymer drug conjugates
• A61K 39/104 - Pseudomonas
• A61P 31/04 - Antibacterial agents

Abstract

Immunogenic T-cell receptor gamma Alternate Reading Frame Protein (TARP) polypeptides are disclosed herein. These immunogenic TARP polypeptides include nine consecutive amino acids of the amino acid sequence set forth as SEQ ID NO: 9 and do not comprise amino acids 1-26 or amino acids 38-58 of SEQ ID NO: 1. Several specific, non-limiting examples of these polypeptides are set forth as SEQ ID NOs: 3-7. Nucleic acids encoding these polypeptides, and host cells transfected with these nucleic acids, are also disclosed. Methods of using these polypeptides, and polynucleotides encoding these polypeptides, for the treatment of breast and prostate cancer are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 5/00 - Peptides having up to four amino acids in a fully defined sequenceDerivatives thereof

Abstract

Disclosed herein are drug compounds that have MDR-inverse activity and thus are effective against multidrug-resistant cells. Exemplary compounds disclosed herein have the following structure: (I). Examples of the disclosed compounds have been found to have, inter alia, efficacy in directly treating multidrug resistant cells, rendering multidrug resistant cells susceptible to other chemotherapeutics and in some instances reversing multidrug resistance.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/404 - Indoles, e.g. pindolol
• A61K 31/44 - Non-condensed pyridinesHydrogenated derivatives thereof
• A61P 43/00 - Drugs for specific purposes, not provided for in groups

Abstract

Described herein are engineered antibody constant domain molecules, such as CH2 or CH3 domain molecules, comprising at least one mutation, or comprising at least one complementarity determining region (CDR), or a functional fragment thereof, engrafted in a loop region of the CH2 domain. The CH2 domain molecules described herein are small, stable, soluble, exhibit little to no toxicity and are capable of binding antigen.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 16/00 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies
• C07K 16/10 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from viruses from RNA viruses
• C07K 19/00 - Hybrid peptides

Abstract

Methods for determining the genetic predisposition of a human subject to developing renal disease, such as focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) or end- stage kidney disease are provided herein. These methods include methods for detecting renal disease, or determining the risk of developing renal disease in a human subject, such as a subject of African ancestry. The methods utilize the detection of one or more haplotype blocks comprising at least two tag single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in a non-coding region of a MYH9 gene or detecting the presence of at least one tag SNP in a non-coding region of a MYH9 gene. An array for detecting a genetic predisposition to renal disease using probes complementary to the tag SNPs in the non-coding region of the MYH9 gene are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/68 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving nucleic acids

Abstract

Disclosed is a hetero-bifunctional ligand for use in inducing internalization of a target receptor. The hetero-bifunctional ligand includes a target receptor- binding agent that specifically binds the target receptor linked to an internalizing receptor-binding agent that specifically binds to an internalizing receptor, where the two binding agents are non-identical. Also disclosed is a method of inducing the internalization of a target receptor on a cell. The method includes contacting a cell with a hetero-bifunctional ligand, where binding of the hetero-bifunctional ligand induces internalization of a target receptor of the cell. Also disclosed a method of treating a disease or condition associated with a target receptor using the disclosed hetero-bifunctional ligand and pharmaceutical compositions including a hetero- bifunctional ligand.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/705 - ReceptorsCell surface antigensCell surface determinants

Abstract

Individuals with polymorphisms in MUC5AC are more likely to develop idiopathic interstitial pneumonia (IIP) or pulmonary fibrosis. This discovery provides methods to identify susceptible individuals, and also provides approaches to treatment in this life threatening disease that previously had no known beneficial therapy. Given the relatively high prevalence of some of these SNPs in the general population, it is likely that variants MUC5AC result in susceptibility to other fibroproliferative lung diseases, including asthma, chronic obstructive lung disease, granulomatous lung diseases, and pneumonconioses.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/68 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving nucleic acids

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and compositions for modulating cell senescence and cell proliferation using isoforms of the p53 tumor suppressor protein. The methods and compositions of the invention find use in inhibiting cancer cell growth or in generating populations of cells for tissue regeneration through the modulation of cell senescence and proliferation.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 15/11 - DNA or RNA fragmentsModified forms thereof
• A61K 31/711 - Natural deoxyribonucleic acids, i.e. containing only 2'-deoxyriboses attached to adenine, guanine, cytosine or thymine and having 3'-5' phosphodiester links
• A61K 31/713 - Double-stranded nucleic acids or oligonucleotides
• A61K 31/7105 - Natural ribonucleic acids, i.e. containing only riboses attached to adenine, guanine, cytosine or uracil and having 3'-5' phosphodiester links
• A61P 35/00 - Antineoplastic agents

Abstract

Methods are provided herein to determine if a subject is a candidate for treatment with an inhibitor of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HMGCR). The method includes determining the presence of at least one polymorphism in the HMGCR gene in a sample from a subject. The presence of at least one polymorphism indicates that the subject is a candidate for treatment with a statin, for example to decrease risk of or treat cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, inflammatory disease, or auto-immune disease.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/68 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving nucleic acids

Abstract

Methods and compositions for the diagnosis, prognosis and/or treatment of esophageal adenocarcinoma and Barrett's esophagus associated adenocarcinoma are disclosed, along with more markers where a difference is indicative of esophageal adenocarcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, and/or Barrett's esophagus associated adenocarcinomas or a predisposition thereto. The invention also provides methods and compositions of identifying anti-cancer agents therefor.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/68 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving nucleic acids
• C12P 19/34 - Polynucleotides, e.g. nucleic acids, oligoribonucleotides
• C07H 21/02 - Compounds containing two or more mononucleotide units having separate phosphate or polyphosphate groups linked by saccharide radicals of nucleoside groups, e.g. nucleic acids with ribosyl as saccharide radical

Abstract

The invention provides mutated, cytotoxic forms of Pseudomonas exotoxin A (PE) comprising a furin cleavage sequence conjugated or fused directly to residues 395-613 of PE or variants of that sequence. These minimal forms of PE are smaller than previous cytotoxic forms of PE, reduce non-specific toxicity, and reduce immunogenicity due to domain II or domain Ib of PE. The invention further provides nucleic acids encoding said PEs, chimeric molecules containing them, and methods of use thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/21 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from bacteria from Pseudomonadaceae (F)
• C07K 19/00 - Hybrid peptides
• C12N 15/62 - DNA sequences coding for fusion proteins
• C12N 15/11 - DNA or RNA fragmentsModified forms thereof
• A61K 38/16 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof

Abstract

This disclosure relates to methods of using nitrite to detoxify stroma- free hemoglobin based blood substitutes. In particular, methods are described for using a blood substitute comprised of about equimolar amounts of nitrite and hemoglobin (e.g., nitrite-metHb) to treat, prevent, or ameliorate diseases of the blood in a subject, or as a blood replacement in a subject.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 45/06 - Mixtures of active ingredients without chemical characterisation, e.g. antiphlogistics and cardiaca
• A61P 7/00 - Drugs for disorders of the blood or the extracellular fluid

Abstract

Methods are disclosed herein for increasing the number of stem cells or precursor cells. The number of stem cells can be increased by increasing survival and/or cell proliferation of the cells. The methods include contacting the cells with an effective amount of a Notch ligand, an effective amount of a growth factor, and an effective amount of angiopoietin-2 (Ang-2). In several embodiments, the methods include contacting the cells with an effective amount of a Jak inhibitor. In several non-limiting examples, the growth factor is insulin or glial derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF), or a combination thereof. In additional non-limiting examples, the Notch ligand is Delta. The cells can be in vivo or in vitro. Methods are also disclosed here for the treatment of a neurodegenerative disorder or spinal cord injury in a subject. In several non-limiting examples, the subject has Parkinson's disease or Alzheimer's disease.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 38/18 - Growth factorsGrowth regulators
• A61K 38/28 - Insulins
• C12N 5/0797 - Stem cellsProgenitor cells

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to methods and compositions for the detection of infectious proteins or prions in samples, including the diagnosis of prion related diseases. One embodiment is an ultrasensitive method for detecting PrP-res (PrPSc) that allows the use of recombinant PrP-sen (rPrP-sen) as a substrate for seeded polymerization. A sample is mixed with purified rPrP-sen to make a reaction mix which is incubated to permit aggregation of the rPrP-sen with the PrP-res that may be present in the sample. Any aggregates are intermittently disaggregated by agitation (for example by sonication) and the reaction allowed to proceed to amplify target substrate. Any rPrP-res(Sc) in the reaction mix is detected to indicate the presence of PrP-res in the original sample. This assay, which is called rPrP-PMCA, is surprisingly much faster than existing PMCA methods, yet it still retains sufficient sensitivity to detect extremely low levels of PrP-res. An alternative of rPrP-PMCA is the QUIC method in which shaking of the reaction mixture is substituted for sonication. The surprising speed and efficiency of the method permits the rapid identification and diagnosis of prion disease, which can limit the transmission of prion diseases, particularly through the food supply.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/68 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing involving proteins, peptides or amino acids

Abstract

This disclosure concerns compositions and methods for the treatment and inhibition of infectious disease, particularly Methicillin-resistant Stapholococcus aureus (MRSA). In certain embodiments, the disclosure concerns immunogenic peptides, for instance P SMa peptides, that can be used to induce protective immunity against MRSA. Also disclosed are methods of detecting MRSA in a sample, and methods of diagnosing MRSA in a subject.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/31 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from bacteria from Micrococcaceae (F) from Staphylococcus (G)
• A61K 38/00 - Medicinal preparations containing peptides
• G01N 33/68 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing involving proteins, peptides or amino acids

Abstract

Dopamine D3 receptor antagonists and partial agonists are known to modulate the reinforcing and drug-seeking effects induced by cocaine and other abused substances. By introducing functionality into the butylamide linking chain of the 4-phenylpiperazine class of ligands, improved D3 receptor affinity and selectivity, as well as water solubility, is achieved. A series of linking-chain derivatives are disclosed wherein functionality such as OH or OAc groups have been introduced into the linking chain. In general, these modifications are well tolerated at D3 receptors and achieve high selectivity over D2 and D4 receptors.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 295/145 - Heterocyclic compounds containing polymethylene-imine rings with at least five ring members, 3-azabicyclo [3.2.2] nonane, piperazine, morpholine or thiomorpholine rings, having only hydrogen atoms directly attached to the ring carbon atoms with substituted hydrocarbon radicals attached to ring nitrogen atoms substituted by carbon atoms having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most one bond to halogen, e.g. ester or nitrile radicals with the ring nitrogen atoms and the carbon atoms with three bonds to hetero atoms attached to the same carbon chain, which is not interrupted by carbocyclic rings
• C07D 401/12 - Heterocyclic compounds containing two or more hetero rings, having nitrogen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms, at least one ring being a six-membered ring with only one nitrogen atom containing two hetero rings linked by a chain containing hetero atoms as chain links
• A61P 25/00 - Drugs for disorders of the nervous system

Abstract

Disclosed herein are isotopically labeled reverse transcriptase inhibitors, including compounds according to the formula (I) wherein R1 and R2 independently are selected from H, lower alkyl, aralkyl, acyl and Z1 and Z2 independently form, a phosphoester or phosphoamide. Also disclosed are methods for synthesizing such compounds in racemic and optically pure forms. In addition, methods for using the labeled compounds, for example in positron emission tomography (PET) monitoring of retrovirus activity are disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07F 9/6561 - Heterocyclic compounds, e.g. containing phosphorus as a ring hetero atom containing systems of two or more relevant hetero rings condensed among themselves or condensed with a common carbocyclic ring or ring system, with or without other non-condensed hetero rings

Abstract

The invention relates to the discovery that contacting CD22+-cancer cells with both an anti-CD22 immunotoxin whose toxin portion is a protein synthesis inhibitor and a chemotherapeutic agent that inhibits protein synthesis results in greater cytotoxicity to the cells than would be expected. This synergistic effect can be exploited to inhibit the growth of CD22+ B cell cancers.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 45/06 - Mixtures of active ingredients without chemical characterisation, e.g. antiphlogistics and cardiaca
• A61K 47/48 - Medicinal preparations characterised by the non-active ingredients used, e.g. carriers, inert additives the non-active ingredient being chemically bound to the active ingredient, e.g. polymer drug conjugates
• A61P 35/00 - Antineoplastic agents

Abstract

Antibodies that specifically bind the extracellular domain of IRT A3 immunoglobulin superfamily receptor translocation associated or that specifically bind the extracellular domain of IRTA5 are disclosed herein. Antibodies ' that specifically bind to IRT A3 do not specifically bind IRTAl, IRT A2, IRTA4, IRTA5, or IRTA6. Antibodies that specifically bind to IRTA5 do not specifically bind IRTAl, IRTA2, IRTA3, IRTA4, or IRTA6. The antibodies can be conjugated to effector molecules, including detectable labels, radionucleotides, toxins and chemotherapeutic agents. Nucleic acid molecules encoding these antibodies, expression vectors, host cells and methods for expressing the antibodies are also provided. Methods also are provided for detecting IRTA5 or for detecting IRT A3, as well as methods for treating various B cell malignancies. Methods are disclosed for assessing the efficacy of a therapy for an autoimmune disease.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 16/28 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from animals or humans against receptors, cell surface antigens or cell surface determinants
• A61K 39/395 - AntibodiesImmunoglobulinsImmune serum, e.g. antilymphocytic serum
• A61P 35/00 - Antineoplastic agents
• G01N 33/569 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor for microorganisms, e.g. protozoa, bacteria, viruses

Abstract

A gene profiling signature for ovarian tumor endothelial cells is disclosed herein. The gene signature can be used to identify agents to treat an ovarian tumor, to predict the metastatic potential of an ovarian tumor and to determine the effectiveness of ovarian tumor treatments. Thus, methods are provided for identifying agents that can be used to treat ovarian cancer, for determining the effectiveness of an ovarian tumor treatment, or to diagnose or prognose an ovarian tumor. Methods of treatment are also disclosed which include administering a composition that includes a specific binding agent that specifically binds to one of the disclosed ovarian endothelial cell tumor-associated molecules and inhibits ovarian tumor in the subject.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 15/11 - DNA or RNA fragmentsModified forms thereof
• C12Q 1/68 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving nucleic acids

Abstract

Disclosed herein are macrocyclic compounds that are effective to inhibit cell migration. In one embodiment, the compounds have the structure: or any pharmaceutically acceptable salt or solvate thereof, wherein: m is O or 1; R1, R2 and R3 independently are H, aralkyl, acyl, lower alkyl or silyl; X is -C(O)N(R4)- or -C(S)N(R4)-; -C(O)-; -C(S)-; Y is -OC(O)-; -OC(O)N(R5)-; -N(R5)C(0)-; or -OC(O)O-; G comprises a saturated or unsaturated aliphatic chain having from 2 to about 10 atoms in the chain, the chain optionally including 1, 2, or 3 heteroatoms; the chain optionally being substituted with 1, 2 or 3 substituents independently selected from lower alkyl, -OR6, epoxy, aziridinyl, cyclopropyl, -NR7R8 and halo; R4, R5, R6, R7 and R8 independently are selected from H, lower alkyl and acyl. Also disclosed are methods for making and using compounds as well as pharmaceutical compositions including one or more of the disclosed macrocycles.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 267/00 - Heterocyclic compounds containing rings of more than six members having one nitrogen atom and one oxygen atom as the only ring hetero atoms
• A61K 31/395 - Heterocyclic compounds having nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. guanethidine or rifamycins
• A61P 35/00 - Antineoplastic agents

Abstract

A gene profiling signature is disclosed herein. The gene signature can predict whether a subject with ovarian cancer will be chemorefractory, chemoresistant or chemosensitive. Thus, methods are disclosed for determining whether a subject with ovarian cancer will be sensitive to treatment with a chemotherapeutic agent. Methods are also provided for increasing sensitivity to the chemotherapeutic agent if the presence of differential expression indicates that the ovarian cancer has a decreased sensitivity to chemotherapeutic agent.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/68 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving nucleic acids

Abstract

The disclosure provides recombinant herpes virus with diminished latency. In embodiments, the recombinant herpes virus comprises a latency gene or transcript linked to an altered or heterologous promoter. The disclosure also provides compositions and methods for inducing immunity in animals using the recombinant herpes viruses.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 15/869 - Herpesviral vectors
• C12N 7/04 - Inactivation or attenuationProducing viral sub-units
• A61K 39/25 - Varicella-zoster virus
• A61K 39/245 - Herpetoviridae, e.g. herpes simplex virus
• C07K 14/03 - Herpetoviridae, e.g. pseudorabies virus
• C07K 14/04 - Varicella-zoster virus

Abstract

The present invention provides methods for inhibiting tumor associated angiogenesis by administering a mutant protective antigen protein comprising a matrix metalloproteinase-recognized cleavage site in place of the native protective antigen furin-recognized site in combination with a lethal factor polypeptide comprising a protective antigen binding site. Upon cleavage of the mutant protective antigen by a matrix metalloproteinase, the lethal factor polypeptide is translocated into cancer and endothelial cells and inhibits tumor associated angiogenesis.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 38/16 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof
• A61P 35/00 - Antineoplastic agents