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SIRT2 Inhibitors as Novel Therapeutics for Myocardial Infarction and Ischemic Stroke and to Prevent Necrosis
Sirtuin 2 (SIRT2) inhibitors to reduce necrosis and, thereby, as novel therapeutics to treat ischemic stroke and myocardial infarction. Accumulating evidence indicates that programmed necrosis plays a critical role in cell death during ischemia-reperfusion. NIH investigators have shown that the NAD-dependent deacetylase SIRT2 binds constitutively to receptor-interacting protein 3 (RIP3) and that deletion or knockdown of SIRT2 prevents formation of the RIP1-RIP3 complex in mice. These investigators also found that genetic or pharmacological inhibition of SIRT2 blocks cellular necrosis induced by TNF-alpha and RIP1 is a crit...
Source: NIH OTT Licensing Opportunities - January 23, 2013 Category: Research Authors: ajoyprabhu3 Source Type: research
Use of E-Selectin Tolerization as Treatment for Immunological and Vascular-Related Disorders
This technology relates to the mucosal delivery (e.g. intranasal) of an E-selectin fragment as a tolerization agent for the prevention and treatment of immunological and vascular-related disorders, including stroke and multiple sclerosis (MS) as well as rare or orphan diseases involving vascular modulated disorders.
E-selectin is an adhesion molecule that is expressed on endothelial cells lining blood vessels in response to certain localized cytokines, making the endothelial surface pro-coagulant, pro-inflammatory and/or immunoreactive. Such changes on the endothelial surface have been linked to the development of vascula...
Source: NIH OTT Licensing Opportunities - April 1, 2001 Category: Research Authors: admin Source Type: research
Novel Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS) Technique to Quantify Brain Metabolites
With respect to quantification of metabolites in the brain, conventional methods of magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) yield results that are highly variable and highly dependent on the sequence type being applied. This invention describes a novel MRS technique that involves preparing longitudinal steady states at different flip angles using trains of RF pulses interspersed with field gradients to quantify metabolites. The method allows quantification of metabolites and their relaxation rates under specified parameters, which may create new ways of analyzing and interpreting tissue properties or identifying and characte...
Source: NIH OTT Licensing Opportunities - May 23, 2018 Category: Research Authors: ajoyprabhu3 Source Type: research
Isotropic Generalized Diffusion Tensor MRI
Scientists at the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute for Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) have developed a method implemented as pulse sequences and software to be used with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners and systems. This technology is available for licensing and commercial development. The method allows for measuring and mapping features of the bulk or average apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) of water in tissue – aiding in stroke diagnosis and cancer therapy assessment. The pulse sequences and software enable MRI scanners to yield diffusion weighted images (DWI) that are orientationally ...
Source: NIH OTT Licensing Opportunities - August 16, 2018 Category: Research Authors: ajoyprabhu3 Source Type: research
Methods of preventing tissue ischemia
The National Cancer Institute ' s Laboratory of Pathology is seeking statements of capability or interest from parties interested in collaborative research to further develop, evaluate, or commercialize therapeutics targeting vasodialation. Nitric oxide (NO) plays an important role as a major intrinsic vasodilator, and increases blood flow to tissues and organs. Disruption of this process leads to peripheral vascular disease, ischemic heart disease, stroke, vascular insufficiency associated with diabetes, and many more diseases that are significant. Researchers at the NIH have discovered that the matrix protein thrombospon...
Source: NIH OTT Licensing Opportunities - January 1, 2018 Category: Research Authors: ott-admin Source Type: research
Methods of Preventing Tissue Ischemia
Nitric oxide (NO) plays an important role as a major intrinsic vasodilator, and increases blood flow to tissues and organs. Disruption of this process leads to peripheral vascular disease, ischemic heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and many more significant diseases.
Researchers at the NIH have discovered that the matrix protein thrombospondin-1 blocks the beneficial effects of NO, and prevents it from dilating blood vessels and increasing blood flow to organs and tissues. Additionally, the inventors discovered that this regulation requires interaction with thrombospondin-1's cell receptor CD47. Murine studies revealed that...
Source: NIH OTT Licensing Opportunities - August 1, 2008 Category: Research Authors: admin Source Type: research
Treatment of Acute and Chronic Neurological Disorders Using GLP-1, Exendin-4 and Analogs
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and related peptides, including exendin-4 and liraglutide, are incretin mimetics that enhance glucose-dependent insulin secretion following food ingestion as a regulator of glucose homeostasis. Exendin-4 and liraglutide are used clinically in the safe and effective treatment of type 2 diabetes to enhance insulin secretion and maintain a euglycemic state. These actions are primarily mediated at the level of the GLP-1 receptor in the pancreas; however, these compounds are known to enter the brain where the GLP-1 receptor also is expressed.
Researchers at the NIH have discovered the novel use o...
Source: NIH OTT Licensing Opportunities - April 18, 2012 Category: Research Authors: admin Source Type: research
Novel Derivatives of Docosahexaenoylethanolamide as Therapeutics for Neuronal Disorders
This technology provides derivatives of Docosahexaenoylethanolamide (synaptamide or DEA) which have increased potency and hydrolysis resistance as compared to DEA (structures of these derivatives are available upon request), as well as methods of using these derivatives to promote neurogenesis, neurite growth, and/or synaptogenesis. Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), an n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid that accumulates in the brain during development, has been shown to play a key role in learning and memory development. Studies have also shown that DEA, a metabolite derived from DHA is very potent in accelerating neuronal growth an...
Source: NIH OTT Licensing Opportunities - January 24, 2013 Category: Research Authors: admin Source Type: research
ApoA-1 Mimetic Peptides Promoting Lipid Efflux from Cells for Treatment of Vascular Disorders
This invention involves ApoA-1 mimetic peptides with multiple amphipathic alpha-helical domains that promote lipid efflux from cells and are useful in the treatment and prevention of dyslipidemic, inflammatory and vascular disorders. IND-enabling studies for one of the peptides, named Fx-5A, are completed in preparation for an IND filing at the FDA, to be followed by a Phase I clinical trial planned for 2017. Disorders amenable to treatment with the peptides include hyperlipidemia, hyperlipoproteinemia, hypercholesterolemia, HDL deficiency, hypertriglyceridemia, apoA-I deficiency, acute coronary syndrome, angina pectoris, ...
Source: NIH OTT Licensing Opportunities - February 1, 2008 Category: Research Authors: ajoyprabhu3 Source Type: research
Derivatives of Docosahexaenoylethanolamide (DEA) for Neurogenesis
The invention pertains to derivatives of docosahexaenoylethanolamide (synaptamide or DEA) and their use in inducing neurogenesis, neurite growth, and/or synaptogenesis. As such, these DEA derivatives can be used as therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases such as traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, peripheral nerve injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, autism, Alzheimer ' s disease, Huntington ' s disease, Parkinson ' s disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. The DEA derivatives of the invention have increased potency and hydrolysis resistance as compared to native DEA. Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), an n-3 polyunsat...
Source: NIH OTT Licensing Opportunities - January 24, 2013 Category: Research Authors: ajoyprabhu3 Source Type: research
2,2 ' -Bipyridyl, a Ferrous Chelator, Prevents Vasospasm in a Primate Model of Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) occurs in 28,000 people per year in North America. Symptomatic vasospasm occurs in the majority of individuals suffering SAH and is the most common cause of morbidity and mortality in patients reaching neurological care. Specifically, vasospasm causes cerebral ischemia or stroke, and the prevention of vasospasm could prevent stroke and death as well as allow physicians more freedom in scheduling surgery when the operative risks are lower.Intravenous administration of 2,2 ' -bipyridyl successfully prevented vasospasm in a reliable primate model of subarachnoid hemorrhage. Bipyridyl may provide ...
Source: NIH OTT Licensing Opportunities - January 1, 1997 Category: Research Authors: ott-admin Source Type: research
A Current Amplifier For Local Coil Pre-amplification Of NMR/MRI Signals
A Current Amplifier for Local Coil Pre-amplification of NMR/MRI SignalsDescription of Technology:
The magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems are used for a variety of imaging application. The present invention discloses an improving MRI device and method by amplifying signals received by resonant NMR coils of MRI systems. It utilizes positive feedback from low-noise Field-Effect Transistor to amplify the signal current that can be coupled out to receiving loops positioned externally without loss in sensitivity. Therefore, the NMR coil can be flexibly positioned near internal tissues and used to develop high-resolution im...
Source: NIH OTT Licensing Opportunities - September 26, 2014 Category: Research Authors: ott-admin Source Type: research
Use of Erythropoietin and Derivatives for Treatment of Hypertension
Erythropoietin (EPO), a natural hormone produced by kidneys, is associated with stimulation of red blood cell production. Recombinant human erythropoietin (rhEPO) is currently used for treatment of anemia and has powerful cardioprotective properties. Hypertension remains a major health problem and a serious risk factor for stroke and chronic heart failure. Researchers at the NIH have discovered that administering a therapeutically effective dose of rhEPO or an EPO derivative, including carbamylated erythropoietin (CEPO) and Helix B surface peptide (HBSP), acutely reduces both systolic and diastolic blood pressure via Nitri...
Source: NIH OTT Licensing Opportunities - September 11, 2012 Category: Research Authors: admin Source Type: research
A Current Amplifier for Local Coil Pre-amplification of NMR/MRI Signals
The magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems are used for a variety of imaging application. The present invention discloses an improving MRI device and method by amplifying signals received by resonant NMR coils of MRI systems. It utilizes positive feedback from low-noise Field-Effect Transistor to amplify the signal current that can be coupled out to receiving loops positioned externally without loss in sensitivity. Therefore, the NMR coil can be flexibly positioned near internal tissues and used to develop high-resolution images in highly invasive situations. The disclosed device can be developed in kit form as integrate...
Source: NIH OTT Licensing Opportunities - September 26, 2014 Category: Research Authors: admin Source Type: research
Miniature Serial Microtome for Block-Face Imaging
A microtome device is used in a variety of microcopy techniques to remove very thin (e.g., in the tens of nanometers range) portions from the top of a sample between successive images. This technology discloses a design for a microtome device that offers several unique features and advantages over commercially available microtomes. A prototype of the microtome has been built and demonstrated to work with a serial block-face scanning electron microscopy in order to serially collect ultrathin sections from plastic embedded biological tissues, specifically from brain tissues. This microtome design allows for a sample to be cu...
Source: NIH OTT Licensing Opportunities - September 19, 2014 Category: Research Authors: admin Source Type: research
