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Telomerase inhibitors and methods of their use

US6452014B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateDec 22, 2000
Grant dateSep 17, 2002
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Expiry dateDec 22, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07D417/14
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Thiazolidinedione compounds, compositions, and methods of inhibiting telomerase activity in vitro and treatment of telomerase mediated conditions or diseases ex vivo and in vivo are provided. The methods, compounds and compositions of the invention may be employed alone, or in combination with other pharmacologically active agents in the treatment of conditions or diseases mediated by telomerase activity, such as in the treatment of cancer. Also disclosed are methods for assaying or screening for inhibitors of telomerase activity.

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