Polynucleotide and polypeptide fat metabolism regulators and uses thereof
US7175999B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 10, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 13, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12Q2600/158
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
In general, this invention relates to nucleic acid and amino acid sequences involved in fat metabolism regulation and the use of these sequences as targets for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of obesity and obesity-related diseases. In addition, the invention relates to screening methods for identifying modulators of body fat metabolism and the development of treatments for obesity and obesity-related diseases.
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