Patents by Inventor G. Nigel Godson

G. Nigel Godson has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Protective peptide antigen
    Patent number: 5614194
    Abstract: Described is a antigen and antigenic amino acid sequence consisting of repeating units of the immunodominant epitope region of the circumsporozoite surface protein of a parasite of the genus Plasmodium. Also described is a related fusion protein produced by a recombinant microorganism and a vaccine for immunizing mammals against malaria.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 1995
    Date of Patent: March 25, 1997
    Assignee: New York University
    Inventors: David R. Colman, Joan Ellis, G. Nigel Godson, Ruth S. Nussenzweig, Victor N. Nussenzweig, Pamela S. Svec, Fidel Zavala
  • Malaria vaccine
    Patent number: 4466917
    Abstract: The present invention provides antisera and monoclonal antibodies directed against the sporozoite stage of the malaria parasite capable of providing protection against infection in both animals and humans. The invention further provides a purified antigen derived from sporozoites of the malaria parasite, the antigen being suitable for use as a vaccine against malarial infections in both animals and humans. The invention further provides means for preparing said antigen and a vaccine comprising said antigen.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 12, 1981
    Date of Patent: August 21, 1984
    Assignee: New York University
    Inventors: Ruth S. Nussenzweig, G. Nigel Godson, Victor Nussenzweig