Patents by Inventor Ana I. Jiménez

Ana I. Jiménez has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 8951982
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that decrease intraocular pressure (IOP) of the eye. The compositions of the invention comprise short interfering nucleic acid molecules (siNA) including, but not limited to, siRNA that decrease expression of genes associated with production or drainage of intraocular fluid. The compositions of the invention can be used in the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of eye conditions displaying increased IOP such as glaucoma, infection, inflammation, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. The methods of the invention comprise the administration to a patient in need thereof of an effective amount of one or more siNAs of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2015
    Assignee: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Ángela Sesto, Irene Gascón, José P. Román, Gonzalo González de Buitrago
  • Publication number: 20140018527
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that decrease intraocular pressure (IOP) of the eye. The compositions of the invention comprise short interfering nucleic acid molecules (siNA) including, but not limited to, siRNA that decrease expression of genes associated with production or drainage of intraocular fluid. The compositions of the invention can be used in the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of eye conditions displaying increased IOP such as glaucoma, infection, inflammation, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. The methods of the invention comprise the administration to a patient in need thereof of an effective amount of one or more siNAs of the invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2013
    Publication date: January 16, 2014
    Applicant: Sylentis S.A.U
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Ángela Sesto, Irene Gascón, José P. Román, Gonzalo González de Buitrago
  • Patent number: 8389490
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that decrease intraocular pressure (IOP) of the eye. The compositions of the invention comprise short interfering nucleic acid molecules (siNA) including, but not limited to, siRNA that decrease expression of genes associated with production or drainage of intraocular fluid. The compositions of the invention can be used in the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of an eye conditions displaying increased IOP such as glaucoma, infection, inflammation, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. The methods of the invention comprise the administration to a patient in need thereof an effective amount of one or more siNAs of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2013
    Assignee: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Ángela Sesto, Irene Gascón, José P. Román, Gonzalo González de Buitrago
  • Patent number: 8258110
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that decrease intraocular pressure (IOP) of the eye. The compositions of the invention comprise short interfering nucleic acid molecules (siNA) including, but not limited to, siRNA that decrease expression of genes associated with production or drainage of intraocular fluid. The compositions of the invention can be used in the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of an eye conditions displaying increased IOP such as glaucoma, infection, inflammation, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. The methods of the invention comprise the administration to a patient in need thereof an effective amount of one or more siNAs of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2012
    Assignee: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Ángela Sesto, Irene Gascón, José P. Román, Gonzalo González de Buitrago
  • Patent number: 8252758
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that decrease intraocular pressure (IOP) of the eye. The compositions of the invention comprise short interfering nucleic acid molecules (siNA) including, but not limited to, siRNA that decrease expression of genes associated with production or drainage of intraocular fluid. The compositions of the invention can be used in the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of an eye conditions displaying increased IOP such as glaucoma, infection, inflammation, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. The methods of the invention comprise the administration to a patient in need thereof an effective amount of one or more siNAs of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2012
    Assignee: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Ángela Sesto, Irene Gascón, José P. Román, Gonzalo González de Buitrago
  • Patent number: 8252759
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that decrease intraocular pressure (IOP) of the eye. The compositions of the invention comprise short interfering nucleic acid molecules (siNA) including, but not limited to, siRNA that decrease expression of genes associated with production or drainage of intraocular fluid. The compositions of the invention can be used in the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of an eye conditions displaying increased IOP such as glaucoma, infection, inflammation, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. The methods of the invention comprise the administration to a patient in need thereof an effective amount of one or more siNAs of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2012
    Assignee: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Ángela Sesto, Irene Gascón, José P. Román, Gonzalo González de Buitrago
  • Patent number: 8247386
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that decrease intraocular pressure (IOP) of the eye. The compositions of the invention comprise short interfering nucleic acid molecules (siNA) including, but not limited to, siRNA that decrease expression of genes associated with production or drainage of intraocular fluid. The compositions of the invention can be used in the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of an eye conditions displaying increased IOP such as glaucoma, infection, inflammation, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. The methods of the invention comprise the administration to a patient in need thereof an effective amount of one or more siNAs of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2012
    Assignee: Sylentis SAU
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Ángela Sesto, Irene Gaseón, José P. Román, Gonzalo González de Buitrago
  • Patent number: 8247387
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that decrease intraocular pressure (IOP) of the eye. The compositions of the invention comprise short interfering nucleic acid molecules (siNA) including, but not limited to, siRNA that decrease expression of genes associated with production or drainage of intraocular fluid. The compositions of the invention can be used in the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of an eye conditions displaying increased IOP such as glaucoma, infection, inflammation, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. The methods of the invention comprise the administration to a patient in need thereof an effective amount of one or more siNAs of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2012
    Assignee: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Ángela Sesto, Irene Gascón, José P. Román, Gonzalo González de Buitrago
  • Patent number: 8198250
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that decrease intraocular pressure (IOP) of the eye. The compositions of the invention comprise short interfering nucleic acid molecules (siNA) including, but not limited to, siRNA that decrease expression of genes associated with production or drainage of intraocular fluid. The compositions of the invention can be used in the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of an eye conditions displaying increased IOP such as glaucoma, infection, inflammation, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. The methods of the invention comprise the administration to a patient in need thereof an effective amount of one or more siNAs of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2012
    Assignee: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Ángela Sesto, Irene Gascón, José P. Román, Gonzalo González de Buitrago
  • Publication number: 20110313016
    Abstract: Methods and compositions for the treatment of intestinal disorders, such as IBD and Crohn's disease, are disclosed. Preferred compositions include siNA. Also disclosed is a method of specifically targeting siNA to treat intestinal disorders by intrarectal administration of siNA compounds.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2006
    Publication date: December 22, 2011
    Applicant: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Irene Gascön, Maria Concepción Jiménez, José P. Román, Angela Sesto
  • Patent number: 8067577
    Abstract: Methods and compositions for the treatment of intestinal disorders, such as IBD and Crohn's disease, are disclosed. Preferred compositions include siNA. Also disclosed is a method of specifically targeting siNA to treat intestinal disorders by intrarectal administration of siNA compounds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2011
    Assignee: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Irene Gascón, Maria Concepción Jiménez, José P. Román, Angela Sesto
  • Patent number: 8030284
    Abstract: Sequences and protocols for treatment of eye conditions by use of RNA interference are disclosed. Target genes are selected from those responsible for aqueous flow or aqueous outflow, while particularly preferred conditions to be treated include glaucoma and uveitis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2011
    Assignee: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Ángela Sesto, José P. Roman, Irene Gascón, Gonzalo González de Buitrago
  • Patent number: 7902169
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that decrease intraocular pressure (IOP) of the eye. The compositions of the invention comprise short interfering nucleic acid molecules (siNA) including, but not limited to, siRNA that decrease expression of genes associated with production or drainage of intraocular fluid. The compositions of the invention can be used in the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of an eye conditions displaying increased IOP such as glaucoma, infection, inflammation, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. The methods of the invention comprise the administration to a patient in need thereof an effective amount of one or more siNAs of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2011
    Assignee: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Ángela Sesto, Irene Gascón, José P. Román, Gonzalo González de Buitrago
  • Publication number: 20100331394
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that decrease intraocular pressure (IOP) of the eye. The compositions of the invention comprise short interfering nucleic acid molecules (siNA) including, but not limited to, siRNA that decrease expression of genes associated with production or drainage of intraocular fluid. The compositions of the invention can be used in the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of an eye conditions displaying increased IOP such as glaucoma, infection, inflammation, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. The methods of the invention comprise the administration to a patient in need thereof an effective amount of one or more siNAs of the invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 2, 2010
    Publication date: December 30, 2010
    Applicant: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Angela Sesto, Irene Gascón, José P. Román, Gonzalo González de Buitrago
  • Publication number: 20100317720
    Abstract: Methods and compositions for the treatment of intestinal disorders, such as IBD and Crohn's disease, are disclosed. Preferred compositions include siNA. Also disclosed is a method of specifically targeting siNA to treat intestinal disorders by intrarectal administration of siNA compounds.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2010
    Publication date: December 16, 2010
    Applicant: Sytentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Irene Gascón, María Concepción Jiménez, José P. Román, Ångela Sesto
  • Patent number: 7807650
    Abstract: Methods and compositions for the treatment of intestinal disorders, such as IBD and Crohn's disease, are disclosed. Preferred compositions include siNA. Also disclosed is a method of specifically targeting siNA to treat intestinal disorders by intrarectal administration of siNA compounds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2010
    Assignee: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Irene Gascón, María Concepción Jiménez, José P. Román, Angela Sesto
  • Publication number: 20100022623
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that decrease intraocular pressure (IOP) of the eye. The compositions of the invention comprise short interfering nucleic acid molecules (siNA) including, but not limited to, siRNA that decrease expression of genes associated with production or drainage of intraocular fluid. The compositions of the invention can be used in the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of an eye conditions displaying increased IOP such as glaucoma, infection, inflammation, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. The methods of the invention comprise the administration to a patient in need thereof an effective amount of one or more siNAs of the invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 21, 2009
    Publication date: January 28, 2010
    Applicant: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Ángela Sesto, Irene Gascón, José P. Román, Gonzalo González de Buitrago
  • Publication number: 20090264501
    Abstract: Methods and compositions for the downregulation of P2X7 receptor expression or activity are disclosed. Preferred compositions comprise siNA. The methods and compositions are useful in the treatment of diseases characterised by increased 112X7 receptor activity, such as neuronal degeneration, Alzheimer's disease, inflammatory diseases, and some cancers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2005
    Publication date: October 22, 2009
    Applicant: Sylentis S.A.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jimenez, Angela Sesto, Jose P. Roman, Irene Gascon, Gonzalo Gonzalez De Buitrago, Maria C. Jimenez
  • Patent number: 7592325
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that decrease intraocular pressure (IOP) of the eye. The compositions of the invention comprise short interfering nucleic acid molecules (siNA) including, but not limited to, siRNA that decrease expression of genes associated with production or drainage of intraocular fluid. The compositions of the invention can be used in the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of an eye conditions displaying increased IOP such as glaucoma, infection, inflammation, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. The methods of the invention comprise the administration to a patient in need thereof an effective amount of one or more siNAs of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2009
    Assignee: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jiménez, Angela Sesto, Irene Gascón, José P. Román, Gonzalo González de Buitrago
  • Publication number: 20090105175
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions that decrease intraocular pressure (IOP) of the eye. The compositions of the invention comprise short interfering nucleic acid molecules (siNA) including, but not limited to, siRNA that decrease expression of genes associated with production or drainage of intraocular fluid. The compositions of the invention can be used in the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of an eye conditions displaying increased IOP such as glaucoma, infection, inflammation, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. The methods of the invention comprise the administration to a patient in need thereof an effective amount of one or more siNAs of the invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2008
    Publication date: April 23, 2009
    Applicant: Sylentis S.A.U.
    Inventors: Ana I. Jimenez, Angela Sesto, Irene Gascon, Jose P. Roman, Gonzalo Gonzalez de Buitrago