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Aggrecanase molecules

US7125701B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 26, 2002
Grant dateOct 24, 2006
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Expiry dateDec 27, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N9/6421
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Novel aggrecanase proteins and the nucleotide sequences encoding them as well as processes for producing them are disclosed. Methods for 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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