Methods of bacterial gene function determination using peptide nucleic acids
US6190866A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 27, 1998 |
| Grant date | Feb 20, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 27, 2018 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N2310/33
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods of and compositions for killing or inhibiting the growth of a bacteria are disclosed. Methods of determing bacterial gene functions are also disclosed. The methods comprise the use of peptide nucleic acid that is targeted to mRNA and/or rRNA. In certain embodiments, methods include the use of one or more separate antibiotics.
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