Abstract: MiniVectors and compositions containing MiniVectors that target ovarian cancer genes selected from FOXM1, AKT, CENPA, PLK1, CDC20, BIRC5, AURKB, CCNB1, CDKN3, BCAM-AKT2, CDKN2D-WDFY2, SLC25A6, CIP2A, CD133, ALDH1A1, CD44, SALL4, and/or PRDM16, alone or in any combination, are provided, along with uses in the treatment of ovarian cancer.

Abstract: In embodiments of the present invention, there are methods and compositions related to diagnosis and treatment of serous ovarian cancer. In specific embodiments, the invention encompasses methods related to miR-34c in diagnosis and treatment methods for serous ovarian cancer. In specific embodiments, the invention encompasses treatment methods for pancreatic cancer and other responsive cancers.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention regard TEX14 peptides for cancer treatment. In particular, the TEX14 peptides comprise a GPPX3Y motif. Methods, compositions, and kits are encompassed.

Abstract: The present invention generally concerns methods and compositions for treating and/or preventing cancer with microRNAs. In specific embodiments, the present invention encompasses a particular microRNA, microRNA-31, as useful in cancer therapy and/or prevention. Specific cancers may be treated, including at least ovarian, prostate, urothelial, osteosarcoma, and glioblastoma.

Abstract: Ovary specific proteins O1 180, O1 184 and O1 236, polynucleotides encoding them, antibodies which are immunoreactive with them and vectors and host cells containing O1 180, O1 184 or O1 236 are provided. Also provided are methods for detecting cell proliferative or degenerative disorders of ovarian origin and which are associated with O1 180, O1 184 or O1 236. Further provided are methods for the evaluation of potential contraceptives using the proteins of the invention, as well as methods for the screening for genetic mutations in signaling pathways that are associated with some forms of human infertility or gynecological cancers, also using the proteins/mRNAs/genes of the invention. The proteins/mRNAs/genes of the invention may also be used as markers for identifying primary and metastatic neoplasms of ovarian origin and as indicators of developmental anomalies in prenatal screening procedures.

Abstract: Ovary specific proteins O1 180, O1 184 and O1 236, polynucleotides encoding them, antibodies which are immunoreactive with them and vectors and host cells containing O1 180, O1 184 or O1 236 are provided. Also provided are methods for detecting cell proliferative or degenerative disorders of ovarian origin and which are associated with O1 180, O1 184 or O1 236. Further provided are methods for the evaluation of potential contraceptives using the proteins of the invention, as well as methods for the screening for genetic mutations in signaling pathways that are associated with some forms of human infertility or gynecological cancers, also using the proteins/mRNAs/genes of the invention. The proteins/mRNAs/genes of the invention may also be used as markers for identifying primary and metastatic neoplasms of ovarian origin and as indicators of developmental anomalies in prenatal screening procedures.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for modulating conception in animals. More particularly, the composition modulates mRNA degradation during gametogenesis and early development. Yet further, the present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and methods for modulating diseases of the reproductive organs, such as hyperproliferative diseases.

Abstract: Ovary-specific proteins O1-180, O1-184 and O1-236, polynucleotides encoding them, antibodies which are immunoreactive with them and vectors and host cells containing O1-180, O1-184 or O1-236 are provided. Also provided are methods for detecting cell proliferative or degenerative disorders of ovarian origin and which are associated with O1-180, O1-184 or O1-236. Further provided are methods for the evaluation of potential contraceptives using the proteins of the invention, as well as methods for the screening for genetic mutations in signaling pathways that are associated with some forms of human infertility or gynecological cancers, also using the proteins/mRNAs/genes of the invention. The proteins/mRNAs/genes of the invention may also be used as markers for identifying primary and metastatic neoplasms of ovarian origin and as indicators of developmental anomalies in prenatal screening procedures.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to ovary-specific genes (O1-180, O1-184 and O1-236) and the proteins they encode. Also provided are methods for detecting cell proliferative or degenerative disorders in reproductive tissues. Yet further, the invention provides methods for screeing of compounds that interact and/or modulate the expression or activity of the ovary-specific genes. These compounds are possible contraceptive agents and/or fertility agents.

Abstract: The invention provides recombinant native and mutein forms of human follicle stimulating hormone beta subunit (FSH beta) with characteristic glycosylation patterns which are influential in the metabolic activity of the protein. The invention also provides recombinant mutant forms of the human alpha subunit common to FSH, LH, CG, and TSH, to obtain hormones which also have unique glycosylation patterns. Also provided are recombinant materials to produce these subunits separately or together to obtain complete heterodimeric hormones of regulated glycosylation pattern.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of identifying an agent which alters (inhibits, enhances) activity of GDF-9. The method involves combining cells having a receptor for GDF-9 and a gene, wherein expression of the gene is regulated by binding of GDF-9 to the receptor; GDF-9; and an agent to be assessed. The combination produced is maintained under conditions appropriate for binding of GDF-9 to the receptors on the cells. The extent to which binding of GDF-9 to the receptors on the cells occurs is then determined, wherein binding of GDF-9 to the receptor to a lesser or greater extent in the presence of the agent to be assessed than in its absence, is indicative of an agent which alters GDF-9 activity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for modulating conception in animals. More particularly, the composition modulates mRNA degradation during gametogenesis and early development. Yet further, the present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and methods for modulating diseases of the reproductive organs, such as hyperproliferative diseases.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for modulating conception in animals. More particularly, the composition modulates protein degradation during gametogenesis and early development.

Abstract: The present invention discloses transgenic mice with inactivating mutations in the endogenous gene for the acetyl-CoA carboxylase-2 isoform of acetyl-CoA carboxylase. Inactivation of acetyl-CoA carboxylase-2 results in mice exhibiting a phenotype of reduced malonyl-CoA levels in skeletal muscle and heart, unrestricted fat oxidation, and reduced fat accumulation in the liver and fat storage cells. As a result, the mice consume more food but accumulate less fat and remain leaner than wild type mice fed the same diet. These results demonstrate that inhibition of ACC2 acetyl-CoA carboxylase could be used to regulate fat oxidation and accumulation for purposes of weight control. The transgenic mice of the instant invention provide a useful animal model to identify such inhibitors and for studying the mechanisms of fat metabolism and weight control.

Abstract: The present invention discloses transgenic mice with inactivating mutations in the endogenous gene for the acetyl-CoA carboxylase-2 isoform of acetyl-CoA carboxylase. Inactivation of acetyl-CoA carboxylase-2 results in mice exhibiting a phenotype of reduced malonyl-CoA levels in skeletal muscle and heart, unrestricted fat oxidation, and reduced fat accumulation in the liver and fat storage cells. As a result, the mice consume more food but accumulate less fat and remain leaner than wild type mice fed the same diet. These results demonstrate that inhibition of ACC2 acetyl-CoA carboxylase could be used to regulate fat oxidation and accumulation for purposes of weight control. The transgenic mice of the instant invention provide a useful animal model to identify such inhibitors and for studying the mechanisms of fat metabolism and weight control.

Abstract: The present invention discloses transgenic mice with inactivating mutations in the endogenous gene for the acetyl-CoA carboxylase-2 isoform of acetyl-CoA carboxylase. Inactivation of acetyl-CoA carboxylase-2 results in mice exhibiting a phenotype of reduced malonyl-CoA levels in skeletal muscle and heart, unrestricted fat oxidation, and reduced fat accumulation in the liver and fat storage cells. As a result, the mice consume more food but accumulate less fat and remain leaner than wild type mice fed the same diet. These results demonstrate that inhibition of ACC2 acetyl-CoA carboxylase could be used to regulate fat oxidation and accumulation for purposes of weight control. The transgenic mice of the instant invention provide a useful animal model to identify such inhibitors and for studying the mechanisms of fat metabolism and weight control.

Abstract: Ovary-specific proteins O1-180, O1-184 and O1-236, polynucleotides encoding them, antibodies which are immunoreactive with them and vectors and host cells containing O1-180, O1-184 or O1-236 and transgenic mice comprising disruptions of those genes are provided. Also provided are methods for detecting cell proliferative or degenerative disorders of ovarian origin and which are associated with O1-180, O1-184 or O1-236 and for creating transgenic mice comprising disruptions of those genes. Further provided are methods for the evaluation of potential contraceptives using the proteins of the invention, as well as methods for the screening for genetic mutations in signaling pathways that are associated with some forms of human infertility or gynecological cancers, also using the proteins/mRNAs/genes of the invention.

Abstract: Recombinant materials are provided for the production of the &agr;-glycoprotein hormone subunit. These muteins have utility as antagonists and in altering pharmacokinetic activity of these hormones.

Abstract: The invention provides recombinant native and mutein forms of human follicle stimulating hormone beta subunit (FSH beta) with characteristic glycosylation patterns which are influential in the metabolic activity of the protein. The invention also provides recombinant mutant forms of the human alpha subunit common to FSH, LH, CG, and TSH, to obtain hormones which also have unique glycosylation patterns. Also provided are recombinant materials to produce these subunits separately or together to obtain complete heterodimeric hormones of regulated glycosylation pattern.

Abstract: Modified protein pharmaceuticals extended with a CTP unit retain their biological activity and they had extended biological half-lives. The CTP extension represents an amino acid sequence derived from that of positions 112-118 to 145 of human chorionic gonadotropin.