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Method for obtaining G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) diffraction-quality crystals employing a monoclonal antibody that binds to the third intracellular loop (IL3)

US7947807B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 19, 2008
Grant dateMay 24, 2011
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Expiry dateDec 2, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07K2317/92
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An antibody that specifically binds a three dimensional epitope on the IC3 loop of a GPCR is provided. The antibody may be employed in a method that comprises: contacting a GPCR with a monovalent version of the antibody binding conditions to form a complex; and crystallizing the complex.

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