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CRISPR-Cas systems and methods for altering expression of gene products

US8945839B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 18, 2014
Grant dateFeb 3, 2015
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Expiry dateApr 18, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N2800/90
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention provides for systems, methods, and compositions for altering expression of target gene sequences and related gene products. Provided are vectors and vector systems, some of which encode one or more components of a CRISPR complex, as well as methods for the design and use of such vectors. Also provided are methods of directing CRISPR complex formation in eukaryotic cells and methods for utilizing the CRISPR-Cas system.

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