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Nucleotide vector composition containing such vector and vaccine for immunization against hepatitis

US6635624B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateSep 2, 1998
Grant dateOct 21, 2003
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Expiry dateSep 2, 2018

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02A50/30
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention relates to methods of inducing an immunogenic response in a subject that include administering a nucleotide plasmid vector that includes a gene coding for a surface antigen protein derived from hepatitis B virus and a promoter for the expression of the gene. The invention also relates to vaccine compositions for protecting against hepatitis B virus.

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