Molecular control of brown fat differentiation and energy expenditure
US9074012B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 17, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jul 7, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 27, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N2506/1307
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention provides methods and compositions for inducing brown fat cell differentiation through modulation of Prdm 16 activity or expression. Also provided are methods for preventing or treating obesity or an obesity related disorder in a subject through stimulation of Prdm 16 expression or activity. Further provided are methods for identifying compounds that are capable of modulating Prdm 16 expression or activity.
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