Methods for identifying inhibitors of neuronal degeneration
US6979537B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 4, 2001 |
| Grant date | Dec 27, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12Q1/6897
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention concerns methods and means for identifying inhibitors of neuronal degeneration, and their use in the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders. In particular the invention concerns methods and means for identifying inhibitors of neuronal degeneration or cell death by taking advantage of the involvement of presenilin (PS) and Par-4 in NF-κB activation.
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