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De novo DNA cytosine methyltransferase genes, polypeptides and uses thereof

US7368551B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 22, 2003
Grant dateMay 6, 2008
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Expiry dateFeb 15, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N2799/026
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

De novo DNA cytosine methyltransferase polynucleotides and polypeptides and methods for producing said polypeptides are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods for utilizing de novo DNA cytosine methyltransferase polynucleotides and polypeptides in diagnostic assays, in vitro DNA methylation assays for screening agonists and antagonists, and therapeutic applications such as the treatment of neoplastic disorders.

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