Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology – Micro-organism – tissue cell culture or enzyme using process... – Recombinant dna technique included in method of making a...
Reexamination Certificate
2011-08-16
2011-08-16
Kelly, Robert M (Department: 1633)
Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology
Micro-organism, tissue cell culture or enzyme using process...
Recombinant dna technique included in method of making a...
C435S320100, C435S069600, C435S069100, C435S004000, C536S023400
Reexamination Certificate
active
07998704
ABSTRACT:
In certain aspects the present invention provides methods and compositions related to contrast agents for magnetic resonance imaging. In certain variations, contrast agents provided herein are generated in situ via genetic instructions and become potent upon sequestering available metal atoms. Exemplary contrast agents include metal-binding proteins.
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Ahrens Eric T.
Robison Clinton S.
Carnegie Mellon University
Hiriyanna Kelaginamane
Kelly Robert M
Ropes & Gray LLP
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