Microphthalmia-associated transcription factor-derived peptide and composition containing same
US9493528B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 7, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 15, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 7, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K38/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Provided are small peptide fragments derived from microphthalmia-associated transcription factor (MITF) and a method for preventing or treating melanoma using the same as an active ingredient. Further provided is a method for skin-whitening and/or for inhibiting skin pigmentation, using the peptide fragments as an active ingredient.
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