Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm Deborah A. Dugan
  • Method for detecting and identifying mutations
    Patent number: 6297010
    Abstract: This invention provides various methods for identifying one or more genetic alterations in a sample polynucleotide strand.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 1998
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2001
    Assignee: Genzyme Corporation
    Inventor: James E. Stefano
  • Methods and compositions for treating cystic fibrosis
    Patent number: 5985824
    Abstract: Methods and compositions for treating CF by mobilizing mutant forms of CFTR, which retain at least some functional activity, to the plasma membrane where they can mediate chloride ion transport are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 1997
    Date of Patent: November 16, 1999
    Assignee: Genzyme Corporation
    Inventors: Seng Hing Cheng, Canwen Jiang
  • Needle guard assembly
    Patent number: 5603699
    Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, there is provided a needle guard assembly for a hypodermic syringe or other fluid transfer device that offers optimal protection for preventing accidental puncture by a needle after it has been used, maintaining the sterility of a needle prior to use, indicating prior use, preventing reuse, and facilitating safe disposal of a needle after use/injection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 1996
    Date of Patent: February 18, 1997
    Inventor: Jerry P. Shine