Patents by Inventor Balkrishen Bhat

Balkrishen Bhat 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).

  • Publication number: 20230062603
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method of pulmonarily administering an oligonucleotide to lung cells. In some embodiments, the disclosure provides formulations that comprise an oligonucleotide that is complementary to a target gene in lung cells and a lipid nanoparticle. Methods of the present disclosure are useful in modifying expression of target genes associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, and pulmonary fibrosis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2021
    Publication date: March 2, 2023
    Applicant: Translate Bio MA, Inc.
    Inventors: Balkrishen Bhat, Brian Bettencourt, Saswata Karmakar, Caroline Woo, John Androsavich, Shrirang Karve
  • Publication number: 20220218829
    Abstract: Provided herein are conjugates comprising targeting moieties such as sugars, folates and cell-penetrating peptides, which can be used for the improved delivery of agents (e.g., nucleic acids, such as oligonucleotides or mRNAs, or other agents) to cells. The invention provides conjugates and compounds comprising targeting moieties, methods for preparing the same, and intermediates useful in their preparation. In another aspect, the present invention provides formulations (e.g., pharmaceutical compositions) comprising the targeting moiety-containing conjugates and compounds. The present invention also provides methods for delivering agents (e.g., nucleic acids such as oligonucleotides or mRNAs) to a cell, methods for treating and/or preventing a disease or condition in a subject, and methods for modulating gene expression in a cell or a subject. Further, provided herein are kits comprising the conjugates, or formulations thereof; and kits for the preparation of conjugates described herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2021
    Publication date: July 14, 2022
    Applicant: Translate Bio MA, Inc.
    Inventors: Balkrishen Bhat, Saswata Karmakar, Debatosh Majumdar, Jia Tay, Nelson Chau
  • Publication number: 20220162603
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions comprising at least one oligomeric compound comprising an alternating motif and further include a region that is complementary to a nucleic acid target. The compositions are useful for targeting selected nucleic acid molecules and modulating the expression of one or more genes. In preferred embodiments the compositions of the present invention hybridize to a portion of a target RNA resulting in loss of normal function of the target RNA. The present invention also provides methods for modulating gene expression.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2021
    Publication date: May 26, 2022
    Applicant: Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Charles Allerson, Balkrishen Bhat, Anne B. Eldrup, Muthiah Manoharan, Richard H. Griffey, Brenda F. Baker, Eric E. Swayze
  • Publication number: 20220098583
    Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods for the inhibition of miR-21 activity. The compositions have certain nucleoside modification patterns that yield potent inhibitors of miR-21 activity. The compositions may be used to inhibit miR-21, and also to treat diseases associated with abnormal expression of miR-21, such as fibrosis and cancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 18, 2021
    Publication date: March 31, 2022
    Applicant: Sanofi
    Inventor: Balkrishen Bhat
  • Publication number: 20220098582
    Abstract: Provided herein are methods for the treatment of Alport Syndrome, using modified oligonucleotides targeted to miR-21. In certain embodiments, a modified oligonucleotide targeted to miR-21 improves kidney function and/or reduces fibrosis in subjects having Alport Syndrome. In certain embodiments, administration of a modified oligonucleotide targeted to miR-21 delays the onset of end-stage renal disease in a subject having Alport Syndrome. In certain embodiments, a modified oligonucleotide targeted to miR-21 delays the need for dialysis or kidney transplant in a subject having Alport Syndrome.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2021
    Publication date: March 31, 2022
    Applicant: Sanofi
    Inventors: Jeremy Duffield, Balkrishen Bhat, Deidre MacKenna
  • Patent number: 11253601
    Abstract: Provided herein are conjugates comprising targeting moieties such as sugars, folates and cell-penetrating peptides, which can be used for the improved delivery of agents (e.g., nucleic acids, such as oligonucleotides or mRNAs, or other agents) to cells. The invention provides conjugates and compounds comprising targeting moieties, methods for preparing the same, and intermediates useful in their preparation. In another aspect, the present invention provides formulations (e.g., pharmaceutical compositions) comprising the targeting moiety-containing conjugates and compounds. The present invention also provides methods for delivering agents (e.g., nucleic acids such as oligonucleotides or mRNAs) to a cell, methods for treating and/or preventing a disease or condition in a subject, and methods for modulating gene expression in a cell or a subject. Further, provided herein are kits comprising the conjugates, or formulations thereof; and kits for the preparation of conjugates described herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2022
    Assignee: Translate Bio MA, Inc.
    Inventors: Balkrishen Bhat, Saswata Karmakar, Debatosh Majumdar, Jia Tay, Nelson Chau
  • Patent number: 11078485
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions comprising at least one oligomeric compound comprising an alternating motif and further include a region that is complementary to a nucleic acid target. The compositions are useful for targeting selected nucleic acid molecules and modulating the expression of one or more genes. In preferred embodiments the compositions of the present invention hybridize to a portion of a target RNA resulting in loss of normal function of the target RNA. The present invention also provides methods for modulating gene expression.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2021
    Assignee: Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Charles Allerson, Balkrishen Bhat, Anne B. Eldrup, Muthiah Manoharan, Richard H. Griffey, Brenda F. Baker, Eric E. Swayze
  • Publication number: 20210108205
    Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods for the inhibition of miR-122 activity. The compositions have certain nucleoside modifications that yield potent inhibitors of miR-122 activity. The compounds may comprise conjugates to facilitate delivery to the liver. The compositions may be administered to subjects infected with hepatitis C virus, as a treatment for hepatitis C virus and related conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 16, 2020
    Publication date: April 15, 2021
    Applicant: Regulus Therapeutics Inc.
    Inventors: Balkrishen Bhat, Daniel Hogan
  • Patent number: 10941400
    Abstract: Described herein are conjugated modified oligonucleotides that are complementary to a target RNA. The conjugate facilitates cellular uptake of the modified oligonucleotide, resulting improved potency.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2021
    Assignee: Regulus Therapeutics Inc.
    Inventor: Balkrishen Bhat
  • Publication number: 20210052706
    Abstract: Provided herein are compositions and methods for facilitating or enhancing delivery of nucleic acids, such as synthetic mRNAs, into cells or tissues. Such compositions and methods may include use of a targeting moiety-conjugated, such as an N-acetylgalactosamine (GalNAc)-conjugated, oligonucleotide to facilitate or enhance delivery.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2019
    Publication date: February 25, 2021
    Applicant: Translate Bio MA, Inc.
    Inventors: Balkrishen Bhat, Jia Tay, Saswata Karmakar, Nelson Chau
  • Publication number: 20200291400
    Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods for the inhibition of miR-21 activity. The compositions have certain nucleoside modification patterns that yield potent inhibitors of miR-21 activity. The compositions may be used to inhibit miR-21, and also to treat diseases associated with abnormal expression of miR-21, such as fibrosis and cancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2020
    Publication date: September 17, 2020
    Applicant: Sanofi
    Inventor: Balkrishen Bhat
  • Publication number: 20200283765
    Abstract: Provided herein are methods for the treatment of Alport Syndrome, using modified oligonucleotides targeted to miR-21. In certain embodiments, a modified oligonucleotide targeted to miR-21 improves kidney function and/or reduces fibrosis in subjects having Alport Syndrome. In certain embodiments, administration of a modified oligonucleotide targeted to miR-21 delays the onset of end-stage renal disease in a subject having Alport Syndrome. In certain embodiments, a modified oligonucleotide targeted to miR-21 delays the need for dialysis or kidney transplant in a subject having Alport Syndrome.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2020
    Publication date: September 10, 2020
    Applicant: Sanofi
    Inventors: Jeremy Duffield, Balkrishen Bhat, Deidre MacKenna
  • Publication number: 20200017855
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions comprising at least one oligomeric compound comprising an alternating motif and further include a region that is complementary to a nucleic acid target. The compositions are useful for targeting selected nucleic acid molecules and modulating the expression of one or more genes. In preferred embodiments the compositions of the present invention hybridize to a portion of a target RNA resulting in loss of normal function of the target RNA. The present invention also provides methods for modulating gene expression.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2019
    Publication date: January 16, 2020
    Applicant: Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Charles Allerson, Balkrishen Bhat, Anne B. Eldrup, Muthiah Manoharan, Richard H. Griffey, Brenda F. Baker, Eric E. Swayze
  • Publication number: 20190309292
    Abstract: Described herein are conjugated modified oligonucleotides that are complementary to a target RNA. The conjugate facilitates cellular uptake of the modified oligonucleotide, resulting improved potency.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2019
    Publication date: October 10, 2019
    Applicant: Regulus Therapeutics Inc.
    Inventor: Balkrishen Bhat
  • Publication number: 20190224326
    Abstract: Provided herein are conjugates comprising targeting moieties such as sugars, folates and cell-penetrating peptides, which can be used for the improved delivery of agents (e.g., nucleic acids, such as oligonucleotides or mRNAs, or other agents) to cells. The invention provides conjugates and compounds comprising targeting moieties, methods for preparing the same, and intermediates useful in their preparation. In another aspect, the present invention provides formulations (e.g., pharmaceutical compositions) comprising the targeting moiety-containing conjugates and compounds. The present invention also provides methods for delivering agents (e.g., nucleic acids such as oligonucleotides or mRNAs) to a cell, methods for treating and/or preventing a disease or condition in a subject, and methods for modulating gene expression in a cell or a subject. Further, provided herein are kits comprising the conjugates, or formulations thereof; and kits for the preparation of conjugates described herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 11, 2017
    Publication date: July 25, 2019
    Applicant: Translate Bio MA, Inc.
    Inventors: Balkrishen Bhat, Saswata Karmakar, Debatosh Majumdar, Jia Tay, Nelson Chau
  • Publication number: 20190153444
    Abstract: Described herein are compounds comprising modified oligonucleotides that are complementary to miR-103 and/or miR-107 and methods of treating diseases and disorders using the compounds.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2018
    Publication date: May 23, 2019
    Applicant: Regulus Therapeutics Inc.
    Inventors: Balkrishen Bhat, Neil W. Gibson, Diedre MacKenna, Brandee Wagner, David P. Bartel
  • Publication number: 20190144864
    Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods for the inhibition of miR-122 activity. The compositions have certain nucleoside modifications that yield potent inhibitors of miR-122 activity. The compounds may comprise conjugates to facilitate delivery to the liver. The compositions may be administered to subjects infected with hepatitis C virus, as a treatment for hepatitis C virus and related conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2018
    Publication date: May 16, 2019
    Applicant: Regulus Therapeutics Inc.
    Inventors: Balkrishen Bhat, Daniel Hogan
  • Patent number: 10266825
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions comprising at least one oligomeric compound comprising an alternating motif and further include a region that is complementary to a nucleic acid target. The compositions are useful for targeting selected nucleic acid molecules and modulating the expression of one or more genes. In preferred embodiments the compositions of the present invention hybridize to a portion of a target RNA resulting in loss of normal function of the target RNA. The present invention also provides methods for modulating gene expression.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2019
    Assignee: Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Charles Allerson, Balkrishen Bhat, Anne B. Eldrup, Muthiah Manoharan, Richard H. Griffey, Brenda F. Baker, Eric E. Swayze
  • Patent number: 10240151
    Abstract: Described herein are conjugated modified oligonucleotides that are complementary to a target RNA. The conjugate facilitates cellular uptake of the modified oligonucleotide, resulting improved potency.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2016
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2019
    Assignee: Regulus Therapeutics Inc.
    Inventor: Balkrishen Bhat
  • Publication number: 20190062744
    Abstract: Compounds, compositions and methods are provided for modulating the expression and function of small non-coding RNAs. The compositions comprise oligomeric compounds, targeted to small non-coding RNAs. Methods of using these compounds for modulation of small non-coding RNAs as well as downstream targets of these RNAs and for diagnosis and treatment of disease associated with small non-coding RNAs are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 6, 2018
    Publication date: February 28, 2019
    Applicant: Regulus Therapeutics Inc.
    Inventors: Christine Esau, Bridget Lollo, C. Frank Bennett, Susan M. Freier, Richard H. Griffey, Brenda F. Baker, Timothy A. Vickers, Eric G. Marcusson, Erich Koller, Eric E. Swayze, Ravi Jain, Balkrishen Bhat, Eigen Peralta