Virulence genes, proteins, and their use
US6951732B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 22, 2000 |
| Grant date | Oct 4, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K2039/523
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A series of genes from Streptococcus pyogenes are shown to encode products which are implicated in virulence. The identification of these genes therefore allows attenuated microorganisms to be produced. Furthermore, the genes or their encoded products can be used in the manufacture of vaccines for therapeutic application.
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