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Genetic anticancer vaccine

US5935569A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 14, 1997
Grant dateAug 10, 1999
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Expiry dateNov 14, 2017

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K2039/51
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Genetic anticancer vaccine for stimulation of patient's immune system to eradicate cancer, particularly malignant melanoma. The objective of the invention is genetic modification of allogeneic cancel cells by insertion of the two genes, one encoding human interleukin 6 and the other encoding soluble interleukin 6 receptor, which will be administered to patients.

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