Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm Kristina Bicker-Brady
  • Methods for enhancing survival of a neuron
    Patent number: 6709866
    Abstract: NAIP and IAP polypeptides prevent neuronal cell death caused by ischemia, neurodegenerative conditions, and axotomy. The invention provides methods for neuroprotection by the prevention of cell death and kits and methods for the identification of neuroprotective therapeutic compounds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 23, 2004
    Assignee: Aegera Therapeutics, Inc.
    Inventors: George S. Robertson, Robert G. Korneluk, Alexander E. MacKenzie, Daigen Xu, Stephen J. Crocker