Modulation of sirtuins by vagus nerve stimulation
US9833621B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 27, 2011 |
| Grant date | Dec 5, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 27, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/36146
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Systems, devices and methods for modulation of sirtuins by neurostimulation. In particular, sirtuins may be modulated by stimulation of the vagus nerve. Further described herein generally are methods, systems and devices, for specifically modulating sirtuins, including sub-sets (types or localized regions) of sirtuins by vagus nerve stimulation (VNS).
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