Immunostimulatory oligonucleotide multimers

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2008-07-29

2008-07-29

Campell, Bruce (Department: 1648)

Organic compounds -- part of the class 532-570 series

Organic compounds

Carbohydrates or derivatives

C536S022100, C536S024500

Reexamination Certificate

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07405285

ABSTRACT:
The invention provides an immunostimulatory nucleic acid. In certain embodiments according to this aspect of the invention, the sequence of the immunostimulatory oligonucleotide and/or immunomer is at least partially self-complementary.

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