Data processing: structural design – modeling – simulation – and em – Simulating nonelectrical device or system – Biological or biochemical
Reexamination Certificate
2006-04-11
2006-04-11
Brusca, John S. (Department: 1631)
Data processing: structural design, modeling, simulation, and em
Simulating nonelectrical device or system
Biological or biochemical
C702S019000, C365S094000, C700S001000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07027969
ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a computer-based algorithm that is used to determine the pKa, pH stability and electrostatic interactions of a protein.
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Hilser Vince
Whitten Steven T.
Board of Regents , The University of Texas System
Brusca John S.
Fulbright & Jaworski L.L.P.
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