Compounds and methods for regulating cell differentiation

Details Compounds and methods for regulating cell differentiation Compounds and methods for regulating cell differentiation

2005-06-21

2005-06-21

Witz, Jean C. (Department: 1651)

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology

Differentiated tissue or organ other than blood, per se, or...

C435S325000, C514S359000, C514S422000

Reexamination Certificate

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06908732

ABSTRACT:
The present invention makes available methods and reagents for inhibiting cell growth or promoting cell differentiation comprising contacting the cell with a differeguline in a sufficient amount to inhibit cell proliferation or promote cell differentiation.

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