Compositions of small molecules, matrices, and isolated cells including methods of preparation, and methods for differentiation, trans-differentiation, and proliferation of animal cells into the osteoblast cell lineage were described. Examples of osteogenic materials that were administered to cells or co-cultured with cells are represented by compounds of Formula II, IV, and VI independently or preferably in combination with a matrix to afford bone cells. Small molecule-stimulated cells were also combined with a matrix, placed with a cellular adhesive or material carrier and implanted to a site in an animal for bone repair. Matrix pretreated with compounds of Formula II, IV, and VI were also used to cause cells to migrate to the matrix that is of use for therapeutic purposes.
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Methods and small molecule compounds for inhibition of sodium channels are provided. One example of a class of compounds that may be used is represented by the compound of Formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, N-oxide or solvate thereof, wherein A, B, D, R, R1, R'1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8 are as described herein.
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Methods and small molecule compounds for inhibition of sodium channels are provided. One example of a class of compounds that may be used is represented by the compound of Formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, N-oxide or solvate thereof, wherein A, B, D, R, R1, R'1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8 are as described herein.
C07C 217/58 - Compounds containing amino and etherified hydroxy groups bound to the same carbon skeleton having etherified hydroxy groups bound to carbon atoms of at least one six-membered aromatic ring and amino groups bound to acyclic carbon atoms or to carbon atoms of rings other than six-membered aromatic rings of the same carbon skeleton with amino groups linked to the six-membered aromatic ring, or to the condensed ring system containing that ring, by carbon chains not further substituted by singly-bound oxygen atoms with amino groups and the six-membered aromatic ring, or the condensed ring system containing that ring, bound to the same carbon atom of the carbon chain
Provided are methods for identifying OP-adducted biomarkers of OP exposure as well as compounds containing OPs that can provide OP adducts and compounds of Formula 1 for eliciting antibodies that specifically and selectively bind to the OP adducts, wherein the Formula 1 compounds have the structure of OP-Peptide-Linker-CP, wherein CP is a carrier protein, OP represents a structure corresponding to that of a reactive organic phosphorous compound covalently modifying a tyrosine residue hydroxyl group of the peptide of Formula I and the other variable groups are as described herein.
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Compositions of small molecules, matrices, and isolated cells including methods of preparation, and methods for differentiation, trans-differentiation, and proliferation of animal cells into the osteoblast cell lineage were described. Examples of osteogenic materials that were administered to cells or co-cultured with cells are represented by compounds of Formula II, IV, and VI independently or preferably in combination with a matrix to afford bone cells. Small molecule-stimulated cells were also combined with a matrix, placed with a cellular adhesive or material carrier and implanted to a site in an animal for bone repair. Matrix pretreated with compounds of Formula II, IV, and VI were also used to cause cells to migrate to the matrix that is of use for therapeutic purposes.
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A61K 31/197 - Carboxylic acids, e.g. valproic acid having an amino group the amino and the carboxyl groups being attached to the same acyclic carbon chain, e.g. gamma-aminobutyric acid [GABA], beta-alanine, epsilon-aminocaproic acid or pantothenic acid
A61K 31/4706 - 4-Aminoquinolines8-Aminoquinolines, e.g. chloroquine, primaquine
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C07C 229/08 - Compounds containing amino and carboxyl groups bound to the same carbon skeleton having amino and carboxyl groups bound to acyclic carbon atoms of the same carbon skeleton the carbon skeleton being acyclic and saturated having only one amino and one carboxyl group bound to the carbon skeleton the nitrogen atom of the amino group being further bound to hydrogen atoms
Compositions of small molecules, matrices, and isolated cells including methods of preparation, and methods for differentiation, trans-differentiation, and proliferation of animal cells into the osteoblast cell lineage were described. Examples of osteogenic materials that were administered to cells or co-cultured with cells are represented by compounds of Formula II, IV, and VI independently or preferably in combination with a matrix to afford bone cells. Small molecule-stimulated cells were also combined with a matrix, placed with a cellular adhesive or material carrier and implanted to a site in an animal for bone repair. Matrix pretreated with compounds of Formula II, IV, and VI were also used to cause cells to migrate to the matrix that is of use for therapeutic purposes.
A61K 31/136 - Amines, e.g. amantadine having aromatic rings, e.g. methadone having the amino group directly attached to the aromatic ring, e.g. benzeneamine
A61K 31/198 - Alpha-amino acids, e.g. alanine or edetic acid [EDTA]
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COMPOUNDS AND MATRICES FOR USE IN BONE GROWTH AND REPAIR
Compositions of small molecules, matrices, and isolated cells including methods of preparation, and methods for differentiation, trans-differentiation, and proliferation of animal cells into the osteoblast cell lineage were described. Examples of osteogenic materials that were administered to cells or co-cultured with cells are represented by compounds of Formula II, IV, and VI independently or preferably in combination with a matrix to afford bone cells. Small molecule-stimulated cells were also combined with a matrix, placed with a cellular adhesive or material carrier and implanted to a site in an animal for bone repair. Matrix pretreated with compounds of Formula II, IV, and VI were also used to cause cells to migrate to the matrix that is of use for therapeutic purposes.
The invention describes pharmaceutical agents capable of crossing the blood brain barrier to protect against organophosphate pesticides and nerve agents or other electrophiles by reactivating inhibited cholinesterase (i.e., acetylcholinesterase and butyrylcholinesterase) and other proteins in the peripheral and central nervous system.
C07D 239/06 - Heterocyclic compounds containing 1,3-diazine or hydrogenated 1,3-diazine rings not condensed with other rings having one double bond between ring members or between a ring member and a non-ring member
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C07C 279/12 - Derivatives of guanidine, i.e. compounds containing the group the singly-bound nitrogen atoms not being part of nitro or nitroso groups having nitrogen atoms of guanidine groups bound to acyclic carbon atoms of a carbon skeleton being further substituted by nitrogen atoms not being part of nitro or nitroso groups
C07C 257/12 - Compounds containing carboxyl groups, the doubly-bound oxygen atom of a carboxyl group being replaced by a doubly-bound nitrogen atom, this nitrogen atom not being further bound to an oxygen atom, e.g. imino-ethers, amidines with replacement of the other oxygen atom of the carboxyl group by nitrogen atoms, e.g. amidines having carbon atoms of amidino groups bound to hydrogen atoms
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Compounds for inhibition of cancer cell proliferation
C07D 403/12 - 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 linked by a chain containing hetero atoms as chain links
C07D 487/00 - Heterocyclic compounds containing nitrogen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms in the condensed system, not provided for by groups
A61K 31/635 - Compounds containing para-N-benzene- sulfonyl-N-groups, e.g. sulfanilamide, p-nitrobenzenesulfonohydrazide having a heterocyclic ring, e.g. sulfadiazine
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
C07D 413/12 - Heterocyclic compounds containing two or more hetero rings, at least one ring having nitrogen and oxygen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms containing two hetero rings linked by a chain containing hetero atoms as chain links
C07H 17/02 - Heterocyclic radicals containing only nitrogen as ring hetero atoms
A61K 45/06 - Mixtures of active ingredients without chemical characterisation, e.g. antiphlogistics and cardiaca
A61K 31/706 - Compounds having saccharide radicals and heterocyclic rings having nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. nucleosides, nucleotides containing six-membered rings with nitrogen as a ring hetero atom
A61K 31/4745 - QuinolinesIsoquinolines ortho- or peri-condensed with heterocyclic ring systems condensed with ring systems having nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. phenanthrolines
A61K 31/513 - PyrimidinesHydrogenated pyrimidines, e.g. trimethoprim having oxo groups directly attached to the heterocyclic ring, e.g. cytosine
A61K 31/555 - Heterocyclic compounds containing heavy metals, e.g. hemin, hematin, melarsoprol
Small molecule compounds and methods for stem cell differentiation are provided herein. An example of a class of compounds that may be used to practice the methods disclosed herein is represented by enantiomerically pure isomers of compounds of Formula I:
7′ are as described herein.
Methods and small molecule compounds for stem cell differentiation are provided. One example of a class of compounds that may be used is represented by compounds and enantiomerically pure isomer of Formula I: or a chirally pure stereoisomer, pharmaceutically acceptable salt or solvate thereof, wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R5', R6, R6', R7, R7' are as described herein.
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
C07D 401/10 - 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 aromatic rings
The invention describes pharmaceutical agents capable of crossing the blood brain barrier to protect against organophosphate pesticides and nerve agents or other electrophiles by reactivating inhibited cholinesterase (i.e., acetylcholinesterase and butyrylcholinesterase) and other proteins in the peripheral and central nervous system.
A01N 33/24 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic nitrogen compounds containing nitrogen-to-oxygen bonds only one oxygen atom attached to the nitrogen atom
Methods and small molecule compounds for smoking and CNS disease harm reduction are provided. One example of a class of compounds that may be used is represented by the compound having the structure IA or IB in the form of free base or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, hydrate or solvate thereof:
A61K 31/4436 - Non-condensed pyridinesHydrogenated derivatives thereof containing further heterocyclic ring systems containing a heterocyclic ring having sulfur as a ring hetero atom
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Synthesis of metabolically stable agents for alcohol and drug abuse
The disclosed opioid-related compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof, are useful in a variety of applications relating to the modulation of receptors and receptor signaling within and outside the nervous system. For example, the compounds and compositions are useful in methods for the treatment of addictions and other CNS-related disorders. The disclosed compounds can be delivered or administered to a mammal including humans, alone in the form of a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or hydrolysable precursor thereof, or in the form of a pharmaceutical composition, wherein a therapeutically effective amount of a compound is mixed with suitable carriers or excipients.
OP-Peptide-Linker (II); and
wherein OP is
p stereoisomer; X is oxygen, sulfur, selenium or imino; R and R′ are as described; Peptide is a sequence of amino acids containing a serine, threonine or tyrosine to which the OP is attached, wherein the total number of amino acids is between 7 and 41; Linker is an amino acid or is derived from another bifunctional reagent capable of covalently attaching an OP-peptide to a CP; and CP is a carrier protein used to display haptens for antibody generation. The disclosure also provides methods for generating monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies specific for an OP-Peptide of a compound of Formula (I) or Formula (II) that can be used to diagnose the presence, identity, and quantity of OP adducts.
C07K 16/44 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material not provided for elsewhere
C07K 7/06 - Linear peptides containing only normal peptide links having 5 to 11 amino acids
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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
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Synthesis of metabolically stable analgesics, pain medications and other agents
Disclosed are analgesic-related compositions and methods of using the compositions for modulation of analgesic receptor activity. The compositions and methods are useful for reducing pain, as well as for therapeutic intervention of addictions or other diseases or disorders amenable to treatment or prophylaxis by modulation of analgesic receptor signaling.
A01N 43/04 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing heterocyclic compounds having rings with one or more oxygen or sulfur atoms as the only ring hetero atom with one hetero atom
Disclosed are methods for identifying individuals suffering from a CNS disorder (including Alzheimer's Disease, ALS, behavioral disorders, and the like) that could be treated with a CNS drug with greater therapeutic efficacy and lower side effects and the compounds useful for such treatment. Also disclosed are methods for predicting the efficacy of a drug candidate for the treatment of a CNS disorder. The technology is also applicable to drug discovery for evaluation in animal models of neurodegenerative diseases.
Disclosed are methods for identifying individuals suffering from a CNS disorder (including Alzheimer's Disease, ALS, behavioral disorders, and the like) that could be treated with a CNS drug with greater therapeutic efficacy and lower side effects and the compounds useful for such treatment. Also disclosed are methods for predicting the efficacy of a drug candidate for the treatment of a CNS disorder. The technology is also applicable to drug discovery for evaluation in animal models of neurodegenerative diseases.
A61K 31/223 - Esters, e.g. nitroglycerine, selenocyanates of carboxylic acids of acyclic acids, e.g. pravastatin of alpha-amino acids
A61K 31/136 - Amines, e.g. amantadine having aromatic rings, e.g. methadone having the amino group directly attached to the aromatic ring, e.g. benzeneamine
A61P 25/28 - Drugs for disorders of the nervous system for treating neurodegenerative disorders of the central nervous system, e.g. nootropic agents, cognition enhancers, drugs for treating Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia
C12Q 1/02 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving viable microorganisms
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CHEMICAL AND BIOCHEMICAL ADDUCTS AS BIOMARKERS FOR ORGANOPHOSPHATE EXPOSURE
The invention provides compounds of Formula (I): OP-Peptide-Linker-CP (I) wherein selected from the group consisting of reactive organophosphorus reagents, nerve agents and pesticides, wherein P is Sp stereoisomer, Rp stereoisomer, or mixture thereof; R and R' are as defined in the description; X is oxygen, sulfur, selenium or imino; Peptide is a sequence of amino acids containing a serine, threonine or tyrosine to which an OP is attached, wherein a total number of amino acids is between 7 and 41; Linker is an amino acid or other bifunctional reagent capable of covalently linking OP-peptide to a CP; CP is a conjugate protein used to display haptens for antibody generation; and salts thereof.
C07K 14/435 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from animalsPeptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from humans
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
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SYNTHESIS OF METABOLICALLY STABLE AGENTS FOR ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE
Disclosed herein are compounds of formula (I); as defined herein, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, pharmaceutical composi-tions comprising the same, and methods of using these compounds for the treat-ment of substance addiction.
C07D 489/00 - Heterocyclic compounds containing 4aH-8, 9 c- Iminoethano-phenanthro [4, 5-b, c, d] furan ring systems, e.g. derivatives of [4, 5-epoxy]-morphinan of the formula:
A61K 31/485 - Morphinan derivatives, e.g. morphine, codeine
A61P 25/30 - Drugs for disorders of the nervous system for treating abuse or dependence
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SYNTHESIS OF METABOLICALLY STABLE AGENTS FOR ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE
Disclosed herein are compounds of formula (I); as defined herein, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same, and methods of using these compounds for the treatment of substance addiction.
C07D 413/00 - Heterocyclic compounds containing two or more hetero rings, at least one ring having nitrogen and oxygen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms
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INHIBITORS OF ANTIGEN RECEPTOR-INDUCED NF-кB ACTIVATION
A method to identify selective inhibitors of antigen receptor-mediated NF-кB activation is provided, as well as compositions having one or more of those inhibitors and methods of using those inhibitors.
Disclosed are methods for identifying individuals suffering from a CNS disorder (including Alzheimer's Disease, behavioral disorders, and the like) that could be treated with a CNS drug with greater therapeutic efficacy and lower side effects and the compounds useful for such treatment. Also disclosed are methods for predicting the efficacy of a drug candidate for the treatment of a CNS disorder. The technology is also applicable to drug discovery for use in animal models of neurodegenerative diseases.
A61K 31/136 - Amines, e.g. amantadine having aromatic rings, e.g. methadone having the amino group directly attached to the aromatic ring, e.g. benzeneamine
A61K 31/222 - Esters, e.g. nitroglycerine, selenocyanates of carboxylic acids of acyclic acids, e.g. pravastatin with compounds having aromatic groups, e.g. dipivefrine, ibopamine
C07C 49/235 - Unsaturated compounds containing keto groups bound to acyclic carbon atoms containing halogen containing six-membered aromatic rings having unsaturation outside the aromatic rings
C07C 49/248 - Unsaturated compounds containing keto groups bound to acyclic carbon atoms containing hydroxy groups containing six-membered aromatic rings having unsaturation outside the aromatic rings
G01N 33/68 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing involving proteins, peptides or amino acids
This invention relates to a method for detoxication of inorganic or organic esters including OP nerve agents, cocaine, and respective analogs. More specifically, this invention pertains to the treatment of potentially neurotoxic esters or other ester groups by elaborating a more effective hydrolytic enzyme for therapeutic application. The structures of the synthesized OP analogs are provided. This invention also provides a diagnostic method and an Array Biosensor for detecting OP agents in biological and environmental samples.
Disclosed are analgesic-related compositions and methods of using the compositions for modulation of analgesic receptor activity. The compositions and methods are useful for reducing pain, as well as for therapeutic intervention of addictions or other diseases or disorders amenable to treatment or prophylaxis by modulation of analgesic receptor signaling.