Proteinaceous compounds
US8367801B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 12, 2009 |
| Grant date | Feb 5, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 9, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC07K2317/76
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A purified novel peptide micrin and its fragments are disclosed. The molecule has hormonal functions and has wide-ranging biological effects. Several uses are disclosed including its therapeutic potential in tissue reduction, tumour suppression, infertility and senescence. A micrin-recognising antibody and the micrin gene are also disclosed.
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