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Aggrecanase molecules

US7078217B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 31, 2003
Grant dateJul 18, 2006
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Expiry dateOct 26, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K2039/505
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Novel aggrecanase proteins and the nucleotide sequences encoding them as well as processes for producing them are disclosed. Methods of identifying and developing inhibitors of the aggrecanase enzymes and antibodies to the enzymes for treatment of conditions characterized by the degradation of aggrecan are also disclosed.

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