Methods and compositions for localized agent delivery
US9283184B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 24, 2009 |
| Grant date | Mar 15, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 22, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N2310/14
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention provides compositions and methods for delivering agents to localized regions, tissues, or organs in vivo by conjugating agent-loaded nanoparticles to cells having homing capability. The agents may be therapeutic or diagnostic agents such as cancer chemotherapeutic agents and imaging agents respectively.
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