Abstract: The use and screening of modulators of apoptosis is disclosed. The modulators may be, for example, modulator of NF-?B activity. The modulators may be used, for example, in the treatment of NF-?B-mediated diseases, conditions, and injuries.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 2, 2006
Date of Patent:
December 29, 2009
Assignees:
Cleveland Biolabs, Inc., Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Abstract: Provided herein is a method for screening a modulator of apoptosis comprising the provision of a cell comprising major vault protein and a FAS mediated apoptosis and contacting the cell with a candidate modulator and measuring the level of apoptosis of the cell. The modulator of apoptosis is identified by a change in apoptosis in comparison to a control.