Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing – Biological cellular material tested
Reexamination Certificate
2011-03-01
2011-03-01
Wallenhorst, Maureen M (Department: 1777)
Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing
Biological cellular material tested
C436S071000, C435S029000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07897401
ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a novel target to control the apoptotic process, and to the use of this target to identify compounds capable of affecting the apoptotic process, The invention also relates to the use of such identified compounds in the treatment of cancer, stroke, neurodegenerative diseases, viral diseases and other diseases and conditions involving apoptosis.
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Auerbach Jeffrey I.
Edell Shapiro & Finnan LLC
University of Maryland College Park
Wallenhorst Maureen M
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