Patents Examined by Yong L Chu
  • Patent number: 10758517
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a microsomal prostaglandin E synthases-1 (“mPGES-1”) inhibitor for the treatment of osteoarthritis pain in a subject. For example, the present invention relates to a method of treating moderate osteoarthritis pain in a subject in need thereof by orally administering to the subject a substituted triazolone compound as a mPGES-1 inhibitor. The present invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising the mPGES-1 inhibitor, and to processes for preparing such pharmaceutical compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2020
    Assignee: ICHNOS SCIENCES SA
    Inventors: Monika Tandon, Sumit Sant, Neelima Khairatkar-Joshi, Girish Gudi, Vinu C. A. Menon, Ravi Talluri
  • Patent number: 10759744
    Abstract: A process for the production of formaldehyde-stabilised urea is described comprising the steps of: (a) generating a synthesis gas; (b) subjecting the synthesis gas to one or more stages of water-gas shift in one or more water-gas shift reactors to form a shifted gas; (c) cooling the shifted gas to below the dew point and recovering condensate to form a dried shifted gas; (d) recovering carbon dioxide from the dried shifted gas in a carbon dioxide removal unit to form a carbon dioxide-depleted synthesis gas; (e) synthesising methanol from the carbon dioxide-depleted synthesis gas in a methanol synthesis unit and recovering the methanol and a methanol synthesis off-gas; (f) subjecting at least a portion of the recovered methanol to oxidation with air to form formaldehyde in a stabiliser production unit; (g) subjecting the methanol synthesis off-gas to methanation in a methanation reactor containing a methanation catalyst to form an ammonia synthesis gas; (h) synthesising ammonia from the ammonia synthesis gas i
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2020
    Assignee: Johnson Matthey Public Limited Company
    Inventors: Sam Barker, Thomas Davison, John David Pach
  • Patent number: 10758516
    Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions of selective EP2 antagonists exemplified by small molecules TG4-155 and TG6-10-1 effective for treating gliomas, and methods for administering the pharmaceutical compositions to treat subjects suffering from disorders characterized by gliomagenesis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2020
    Assignee: University of Cincinnati
    Inventor: Jianxiong Jiang
  • Patent number: 10758514
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of phytocannabinoids for increasing radiosensitivity in the treatment of cancer. Preferably the phytocannabinoids used are either tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and/or cannabidiol (CBD). Preferably the type of cancer to be treated is glioma.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2020
    Assignee: GW Pharma Limited
    Inventors: Wai Liu, Katherine Scott, Angus Dalgleish, Marnie Duncan, Colin Stott
  • Patent number: 10751357
    Abstract: A composition comprising one or more polyphenols, such as oleuropein, rutin, curcumin or quercetin, can treat or prevent sarcopenia, reduce a loss of muscle functionality (e.g. muscle strength, gait speed, etc.), increase muscle functionality, and/or improve recovery of muscle functionality after muscle atrophy. The composition can be administered to an individual who is elderly and/or frail.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2020
    Assignee: Societe des Produits Nestle S.A.
    Inventors: Marie Noelle Horcajada, Fanny Membrez, Denis Breuille, Claire Boutry
  • Patent number: 10744100
    Abstract: A composition contains curcumin and can treat or prevent sarcopenia, reduce a loss of muscle functionality (e.g. muscle strength, gait speed, etc.), increase muscle functionality, and/or improve recovery of muscle functionality after muscle atrophy. The composition can be administered to an individual who is elderly and/or frail, optionally in a composition that further includes an omega-3 fatty acid and/or a protein source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2020
    Assignee: Societe des Produits Nestle S.A.
    Inventors: Marie Noelle Horcajada, Fanny Membrez, Denis Breuille, Claire Boutry
  • Patent number: 10737993
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method for producing indancarbaldehyde, including a step of reacting indan with carbon monoxide in the presence of hydrogen fluoride and boron trifluoride to obtain a reaction liquid including indancarbaldehyde, wherein the indan includes an amine, and a content of the amine is less than 1000 ppm by mass.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2020
    Assignee: MITSUBISHI GAS CHEMICAL COMPANY, INC.
    Inventor: Tatsuya Utamura
  • Patent number: 10736871
    Abstract: The present invention relates to, in part, methods for the treatment of methanogen-associated disorders such as, for example, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) using at least one anti-methanogenic lovastatin analog or derivative. In addition, modified-release formulations comprising at least one anti-methanogenic lovastatin analog or derivative are provided which release the anti-methanogenic lovastatin analog or derivative in the gastrointestinal tract.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2020
    Assignees: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Synthetic Biologics, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Pimentel, Vince Wacher
  • Patent number: 10729135
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of controlling a pest comprising applying an effective amount of one or more terpendoles to the pest or an area in need of pest control. The present invention is further directed to a method of controlling a pest comprising applying an effective amount of one or more compounds having the following chemical structure to the pest or an area in need of pest control.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2020
    Assignee: VALENT BIOSCIENCES LLC
    Inventors: Deanna Branscome, Daniel F. Heiman, Jose Maria Sanchez Lopez, Joseph H. Lustig, Gary T. Wang
  • Patent number: 10730860
    Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of Formula (II) (e.g., compounds of Formula (I)), and pharmaceutically compositions thereof. Compounds of Formula (II) are believed to be binders of bromodomains and/or bromodomain-containing proteins (e.g., bromo and extra terminal (BET) proteins). Also provided are methods, uses, and kits using the compounds and pharmaceutical compositions for inhibiting the activity (e.g., increased activity) of bromodomains and/or bromodomain-containing proteins and for treating and/or preventing in a subject diseases associated with bromodomains or bromodomain-containing proteins (e.g., proliferative diseases, cardiovascular diseases, viral infections, fibrotic diseases, metabolic diseases, endocrine diseases, and radiation poisoning). The compounds, pharmaceutical compositions, and kits are also useful for male contraception.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2020
    Assignee: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Inc.
    Inventors: James E. Bradner, Jun Qi, Minoru Tanaka
  • Patent number: 10723970
    Abstract: Embodiments in accordance with the present invention relate generally to a variety of norbornene derivatives exhibiting olfactive properties and are suitable as fragrance ingredients. More specifically, this invention relates to various fragrance compositions containing one or more of a compound of formula (I): Wherein R1, R2, R3 and R4 are as defined herein. The compounds of formula (I) are useful as perfumes, colognes, and in perfume augmenting, modifying, enhancing, and imparting compositions. The compositions of this invention are therefore useful in a variety of products including perfumes, colognes, soaps, detergents, candles, air fresheners, trash bags, tissues, deodorants, lotions, skin care products, hair products, sanitary products, cleaning products, and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2020
    Assignee: PROMERUS, LLC
    Inventor: Larry F Rhodes
  • Patent number: 10717725
    Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of Formula (I): or a stereoisomer, a tautomer, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, a polymorph, or a solvate thereof, wherein all of the variables are as defined herein. These compounds are GPR40 G protein-coupled receptor modulators which may be used as medicaments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2020
    Assignee: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
    Inventors: Elizabeth Anne Jurica, Zhenqiu Hong
  • Patent number: 10717704
    Abstract: This invention relates to compounds that inhibit creatine transport and/or creatine kinase, pharmaceutical compositions including such compounds, and methods of utilizing such compounds and compositions for the treatment of cancer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2020
    Assignee: Rgenix, Inc.
    Inventors: Eduardo J. Martinez, Sohail F. Tavazoie
  • Patent number: 10709676
    Abstract: Provided are applications of spermine and derivatives thereof. On the basis of existing protein structure data and small molecule structure data, calculations and analysis are performed using software to screen and obtain compounds capable of effectively interfering with PAICS activity, reducing SAICAR synthesis, and ultimately reducing SAICAR accumulation, in order to achieve the goal of treating or reducing ADSL deficiency. A better effect in the treatment or improvement of ADSL deficiency is expected from the joint use of at least two of the described compounds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2020
    Assignee: Geneheal Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Wuguang Pan, Wei Zhu
  • Patent number: 10709794
    Abstract: A phthalocyanine compound or targeted conjugate thereof having the formula (I).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2020
    Assignee: CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: James Basilion, Xinning Wang, Clemens Burda
  • Patent number: 10709707
    Abstract: Described herein are methods and pharmaceutical formulations for treating ocular conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2020
    Assignee: Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.
    Inventors: Douglas Michael Ackermann, James Loudin, Kenneth J. Mandell
  • Patent number: 10709670
    Abstract: Provided herein are pharmaceutical compositions that comprise myrcene, optionally in admixture with cannabinoids and other terpenes, typically substantially free of THC and THCA, for targeting TRPV1 receptors. Also provided are methods of using the pharmaceutical compositions to desensitize TRPV1 receptors in order to treat pain, cardiovascular diseases such as cardiac hypertrophy, overactive bladder, and chronic cough.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2020
    Assignee: GBS GLOBAL BIOPHARMA, INC.
    Inventors: Andrea Small-Howard, Helen Turner
  • Patent number: 10702524
    Abstract: The present invention falls within the field of medical technology, and in particular relates to the use of a compound as shown in formula (I). In particular, the present invention relates to the use of the compound as shown in formula (I) in the preparation of a pharmaceutical composition for preventing and/or treating a nerve injury, or relieving a nerve injury-associated symptom, and further relates to the use thereof in the preparation of a healthcare product for protecting an injured nerve and/or improving motor function. After a nerve injury has occurred, the compound can reduce the production of pro-inflammatory cytokine, decrease the level of apoptosis, promote the survival of neuron, inhibit the formation of glial scar, and has a significant effect in promoting the recovery of motor function.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2020
    Inventors: Shiqing Feng, Xue Yao
  • Patent number: 10703713
    Abstract: The industrial scale preparation of isocyanates gives rise to distillation bottom streams that are in need of further workup. These distillation bottom streams still also contain, as well as a distillation residue consisting of compounds that can be evaporated without decomposition only with great difficulty if at all (also referred to as residue for short), proportions of the desired target product (i.e. isocyanate to be prepared). The present invention relates to a process that enables recovery, in an efficient manner, of this proportion of isocyanate to be prepared in a distillation bottom stream which is obtained in the workup of the crude liquid process product which contains the isocyanate to be prepared and is formed in an isocyanate preparation process. More particularly, the present invention relates to a drying step in which the isocyanate to be prepared is recovered to form a solid material that has been largely to completely freed of this isocyanate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2020
    Assignee: Covestro Deutschland AG
    Inventors: Tim Loddenkemper, Jurgen Arras, Markus Dugal
  • Patent number: 10696616
    Abstract: It is intended to provide a method capable of lowering a formic acid concentration in acetic acid product by a simple approach. The method for producing acetic acid according to the present invention comprises at least one step selected from a step that satisfies the following operating condition (i) and a step that satisfies the following operating condition (ii) in an acetic acid production process, and controlling an oxygen concentration in an embodiment satisfying at least one selected from the following (iii) and (iv) for one or more processes: (i) operating conditions involving a hydrogen partial pressure of less than 500 kPa (absolute pressure), a carbon dioxide partial pressure of less than 70 kPa (absolute pressure), and an operating temperature of more than 150° C.; (ii) operating conditions involving a hydrogen partial pressure of 5 kPa or less (absolute pressure), a carbon dioxide partial pressure of less than 20 kPa (absolute pressure), and an operating temperature of more than 100° C.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2020
    Assignee: DAICEL CORPORATION
    Inventor: Masahiko Shimizu