Method for neural stem cell differentiation using valproate

Details Method for neural stem cell differentiation using valproate Method for neural stem cell differentiation using valproate

2006-11-07

2006-11-07

Sullivan, Daniel M. (Department: 1636)

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology

Animal cell, per se ; composition thereof; process of...

Method of regulating cell metabolism or physiology

C435S029000, C435S352000, C435S363000

Reexamination Certificate

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07132286

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a method for differentiating a neural stem cell into a neuronal cell such as a neuroblast or neuron in vitro or in vivo. Particularly, the invention provides for a method for neural stem cell differentiation by contacting the neural stem cell with a valproate compound or analog thereof.

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