Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology – Vector – per se
Reexamination Certificate
2005-01-11
2005-01-11
Nguyen, Dave T. (Department: 1632)
Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology
Vector, per se
C435S069100, C435S325000, C435S455000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06841381
ABSTRACT:
This invention relates to a method of immunizing a vertebrate, comprising introducing into the vertebrate a DNA transcription unit which comprises DNA encoding a desired antigen or antigens. The uptake of the DNA transcription unit by a host vertebrate results in the expression of the desired antigen or antigens, thereby eliciting humoral or cell-mediated immune responses or both humoral and cell-mediated responses. The elicited humoral and cell-mediated immune response can provide protection against infection by pathogenic agents, provide an anti-tumor response, or provide contraception. The host can be any vertebrate, avian or mammal, including humans.
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Tang, De-Chu et al.,
Fynan Ellen F.
Lu Shan
Robinson Harriet L.
Webster Robert G.
Fish & Richardson P.C.
Nguyen Dave T.
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
University of Massachusetts Medical Center
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