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Methods and compositions for detection and analysis of polynucleotides using light harvesting multichromophores

US8617814B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 9, 2012
Grant dateDec 31, 2013
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Expiry dateJul 9, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T436/143333
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods, compositions and articles of manufacture for assaying a sample for a target polynucleotide are provided. A sample suspected of containing the target polynucleotide is contacted with a polycationic multichromophore and a sensor polynucleotide complementary to the target polynucleotide. The sensor polynucleotide comprises a signaling chromophore to receive energy from the excited multichromophore and increase emission in the presence of the target polynucleotide. The methods can be used in multiplex form. Kits comprising reagents for performing such methods are also provided.

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