Data processing: structural design – modeling – simulation – and em – Modeling by mathematical expression
Reexamination Certificate
2006-10-13
2011-10-11
Smith, Carolyn L. (Department: 1631)
Data processing: structural design, modeling, simulation, and em
Modeling by mathematical expression
C703S011000, C702S019000, C702S023000, C435S005000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08036861
ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to methods and means for determining the replication rate of a viral population. More specifically, the invention provides methods and means for determining the replication rate of a viral population by performing a linear regression on signal data generated by cells infected with dilutions of the viral population. The methods are useful for monitoring the progression of diseases associated with viruses, identifying effective drug regimens for the treatment of viral infections, and identifying and determining the biological effectiveness of potential therapeutic compounds.
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Bacheler Lee Terry
De Bethune Marie-Pierre T. M. M. G.
Rimsky Laurence Tatiana
Van Marck Herwig Gaston Emiel
Patton & Boggs LLP
Smith Carolyn L.
Tibotec Pharmaceuticals
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