Patents Assigned to Washinton University
  • COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF TREATING ASTHMA
    Publication number: 20220202879
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods and compositions utilizing upper-airway microbiota for diagnosing individuals at risk for asthma exacerbations. Further provided herein are probiotic compositions and methods for treating asthma by administering microorganisms that are associated with decreased risk of asthma exacerbations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2021
    Publication date: June 30, 2022
    Applicants: The Jackson Laboratory, Washinton University
    Inventors: Yanjiao Zhou, Avraham Beigelman, Leonard Bacharier, George Weinstock
  • In vivo method for determination of oxidative stress
    Patent number: 6133039
    Abstract: A non-invasive method for the determination of oxidative stress in a patient by urinalysis is disclosed. The method comprises quantifying the level of o,o'-dityrosine in a sample of the urine of said patient and comparing with the corresponding level of said compound in a normal or control sample, whereby a substantially elevated level of said o,o'-dityrosine is indicative of oxidative stress in said patient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2000
    Assignee: Washinton University
    Inventor: Jay W. Heinecke