Patents by Inventor Brandon M. Taoka

Brandon M. Taoka 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: 20240124451
    Abstract: Novel compounds of the structural formula (I), and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, are inhibitors of NLRP3 and may be useful in the treatment, prevention, management, amelioration, control and suppression of diseases mediated by NLPR3. The compounds of the present invention may be useful in the treatment, prevention or management of diseases, disorders and conditions mediated by NLRP3 such as, but not limited to, gout, pseudogout, CAPS, NASH fibrosis, heart failure, idiopathic pericarditis, atopic dermatitis, inflammatory bowel disease, Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease and traumatic brain injury.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 21, 2023
    Publication date: April 18, 2024
    Applicant: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
    Inventors: Donna A.A.W. Hayes, Prabha Karnachi, Madeleine Eileen Kieffer, Kyle S. McClymont, Rohan Rajiv Merchant, Essam Metwally, Anilkumar G. Nair, Ning Qi, Jillian Rose Sanzone, Nunzio Sciammetta, Emma H. Southgate, Zheng Tan, Brandon M. Taoka
  • Publication number: 20230286958
    Abstract: The present invention provides a compound of Formula (I) and pharmaceutical compositions comprising one or more said compounds, and methods for using said compounds for treating or preventing one or more disease states that could benefit from inhibition of plasma kallikrein, including hereditary angioedema, uveitis, posterior uveitis, wet age related macular edema, diabetic macular edema, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vein occlusion. The compounds are selective inhibitors of plasma kallikrein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2021
    Publication date: September 14, 2023
    Applicant: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
    Inventors: Salman Jabri, Anthony Ken Ogawa, Christopher J. Sinz, Jacqueline D. Hicks, Alan C. Cheng, Ying-Duo Gao, Song Yang, Jianming Bao, Donna A. A. W. Hayes, Simon B. Lang, Brandon M. Taoka, Maoqun Tian, Galen Paul Shearn-Nance, Rongze Kuang, Matthew J. Lombardo, Zhicai Wu, Zhiqiang Zhao
  • Patent number: 11702430
    Abstract: Compounds of general formula (I), and their pharmaceutically acceptable salts, wherein R1, R2, R3, R5, R6, R8, R9, A, X1, X2, and X3 are defined herein, that may be useful as inductors of type I interferon production, specifically as STING active agents, are provided. Also provided are compositions comprising such compounds, processes for the synthesis of such compounds, and to uses of such compounds, including administration of such compounds to induce immune response, to induce STING-dependent type I interferon production, and/or to treat a cell proliferation disorder, such as cancer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2023
    Assignee: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
    Inventors: Michael D. Altman, Brandon D. Cash, Jared N. Cumming, Duane E. DeMong, Andrew M. Haidle, James P. Jewell, Matthew A. Larsen, Min Lu, Ryan D. Otte, Brandon M. Taoka, Benjamin Wesley Trotter, Quang T. Truong
  • Patent number: 11008338
    Abstract: In its many embodiments, the present invention provides certain C5-C6-oxacyclic fused iminothiazine dioxide compounds bearing an ether linker, including compounds Formula (I): or a tautomer thereof, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts of said compounds and said tautomers, wherein R1, R2, R3, RA, ring A, m, n, -L1-, ring B, RB, and p are as defined herein. The novel compounds of the invention are useful as BACE inhibitors and/or for the treatment and prevention of various pathologies related thereto. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising one or more such compounds (alone and in combination with one or more other active agents), and methods for their preparation and use, including for the possible treatment of Alzheimer's disease, are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2021
    Assignee: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: Wen-Lian Wu, Jared N. Cumming, Brandon M. Taoka, Xing Dai
  • Publication number: 20210009608
    Abstract: Compounds of general formula (I), and their pharmaceutically acceptable salts, wherein R1, R2, R3, R5, R6, R8, R9, A, X1, X2, and X3 are defined herein, that may be useful as inductors of type I interferon production, specifically as STING active agents, are provided. Also provided are compositions comprising such compounds, processes for the synthesis of such compounds, and to uses of such compounds, including administration of such compounds to induce immune response, to induce STING-dependent type I interferon production, and/or to treat a cell proliferation disorder, such as cancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2019
    Publication date: January 14, 2021
    Applicant: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: Michael D. Altman, Brandon D. Cash, Jared N. Cumming, Duane E. DeMong, Andrew M. Haidle, James P. Jewell, Matthew A. Larsen, Min Lu, Ryan D. Otte, Brandon M. Taoka, Benjamin Wesley Trotter, Quang T. Truong
  • Publication number: 20200216466
    Abstract: In its many embodiments, the present invention provides certain C5-C6-oxacyclic fused iminothiazine dioxide compounds bearing an ether linker, including compounds Formula (I): or a tautomer thereof, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts of said compounds and said tautomers, wherein R1, R2, R3, RA, ring A, m, n, -L1-, ring B, RB, and p are as defined herein. The novel compounds of the invention are useful as BACE inhibitors and/or for the treatment and prevention of various pathologies related thereto. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising one or more such compounds (alone and in combination with one or more other active agents), and methods for their preparation and use, including for the possible treatment of Alzheimer's disease, are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2020
    Publication date: July 9, 2020
    Applicant: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: Wen-Lian Wu, Jared N. Cumming, Brandon M. Taoka, Xing Dai
  • Patent number: 10689401
    Abstract: In its many embodiments, the present invention provides certain C5-C6-oxacyclic fused iminothiazine dioxide compounds bearing an ether linker, including compounds Formula (I) or a tautomer thereof and pharmaceutically acceptable salts of said compounds and said tautomers, wherein R1, R2, R3, RA, ring A, m, n, -L1-, ring B, RB, and p are as defined herein. The novel compounds of the invention are useful as BACE inhibitors and/or for the treatment and prevention of various pathologies related thereto. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising one or more such compounds (alone and in combination with one or more other active agents), and methods for their preparation and use, including for the possible treatment of Alzheimer's disease, are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2020
    Assignee: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: Wen-Lian Wu, Jared N. Cumming, Brandon M. Taoka, Xing Dai
  • Patent number: 10414775
    Abstract: Described herein are compounds of Formula I or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The compounds of Formula I act as Cyp8b1 inhibitors and can be useful in preventing, treating or acting as a remedial agent for diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: John P. Caldwell, Mary Ann Caplen, Jared N. Cumming, Kevin D. Dykstra, Alan Hruza, Claire Lankin, Derun Li, Hong Liu, Amy McCracken, Brian McKittrick, Ashwin Rao, Jayaram Tagat, Haiqun Tang, Brandon M. Taoka, Andreas Verras, Shawn P. Walsh, Wen-Lian Wu, Tianyuan Zhang
  • Patent number: 10414774
    Abstract: Described herein are compounds of Formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The compounds of Formula I act as Cyp8b1 inhibitors and can be useful in preventing, treating or acting as a remedial agent for diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignee: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: Jared N. Cumming, Kevin D. Dykstra, Alan Hruza, Derun Li, Hong Liu, Haiqun Tang, Brandon M. Taoka, Andreas Verras, Shawn P. Walsh, Wen-Lian Wu
  • Publication number: 20190218223
    Abstract: Described herein are compounds of Formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The compounds of Formula I act as Cyp8b1 inhibitors and can be useful in preventing, treating or acting as a remedial agent for diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 10, 2017
    Publication date: July 18, 2019
    Applicant: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: Jared N. Cumming, Kevin D. Dykstra, Alan Hruza, Derun Li, Hong Liu, Haiqun Tang, Brandon M. Taoka, Andreas Verras, Shawn P. Walsh, Wen-Lian Wu
  • Publication number: 20190218224
    Abstract: Described herein are compounds of Formula I or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The compounds of Formula I act as Cyp8b1 inhibitors and can be useful in preventing, treating or acting as a remedial agent for diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 10, 2017
    Publication date: July 18, 2019
    Applicant: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: John P. Caldwell, Mary Ann Caplen, Jared N. Cumming, Kevin D. Dykstra, Alan Hruza, Claire Lankin, Derun Li, Hong Liu, Amy McCracken, Brian McKittrick, Ashwin Rao, Jayaram Tagat, Haiqun Tang, Brandon M. Taoka, Andreas Verras, Shawn P. Walsh, Wen-Lian Wu, Tianyuan Zhang
  • Publication number: 20190016734
    Abstract: In its many embodiments, the present invention provides certain C5-C6-oxacyclic fused iminothiazine dioxide compounds bearing an ether linker, including compounds Formula (I) or a tautomer thereof and pharmaceutically acceptable salts of said compounds and said tautomers, wherein R1, R2, R3, RA, ring A, m, n, -L1-, ring B, RB, and p are as defined herein. The novel compounds of the invention are useful as BACE inhibitors and/or for the treatment and prevention of various pathologies related thereto. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising one or more such compounds (alone and in combination with one or more other active agents), and methods for their preparation and use, including for the possible treatment of Alzheimer's disease, are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2017
    Publication date: January 17, 2019
    Applicant: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: Wen-Lian Wu, Jared N. Cumming, Brandon M. Taoka, Xing Dai
  • Patent number: 9732088
    Abstract: In its many embodiments, the present invention provides certain C2-carbocyclic iminothiazine dioxide compounds, including compounds Formula (I); or a tautomers thereof, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts of said compounds and said tautomers, wherein R1, R2, ring A, RA, m, ring B, RB, n, ring C, RC and p are as defined herein. The novel compounds of the invention are useful as BACE inhibitors and/or for the treatment and prevention of various pathologies related thereto. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising one or more such compounds (alone and in combination with one or more other active agents), and methods for their preparation and use, including for the possible treatment of Alzheimer's disease, are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2017
    Assignee: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: Shawn P. Walsh, Jared N. Cumming, Shuwen He, Brandon M. Taoka, Quang T. Truong, Wen-Lian Wu
  • Publication number: 20170114065
    Abstract: In its many embodiments, the present invention provides certain C2-carbocyclic iminothiazine dioxide compounds, including compounds Formula (I); or a tautomers thereof, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts of said compounds and said tautomers, wherein R1, R2, ring A, RA, m, ring B, RB, n, ring C, RC and p are as defined herein. The novel compounds of the invention are useful as BACE inhibitors and/or for the treatment and prevention of various pathologies related thereto. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising one or more such compounds (alone and in combination with one or more other active agents), and methods for their preparation and use, including for the possible treatment of Alzheimer's disease, are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2015
    Publication date: April 27, 2017
    Applicant: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: Shawn P. Walsh, Jared N. Cumming, Shuwen He, Brandon M. Taoka, Quang T. Truong, Wen-Lian Wu
  • Patent number: 9376418
    Abstract: The invention provides certain substituted pyridines of the Formula (I) or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, Rcy, Cy, and t are as defined herein. The invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds, and methods of using the compounds for treating diseases or conditions mediated by Spleen Tyrosine Kinase (Syk) kinase.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2016
    Assignees: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., Merck Canada Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew M. Haidle, Sandra Lee Knowles, Solomon D. Kattar, Denis Deschenes, Jason Burch, Joel Robichaud, Matthew Christopher, Michael D. Altman, James P. Jewell, Alan B. Northrup, Marc Blouin, John Michael Ellis, Hua Zhou, Christian Fischer, Adam J. Schell, Michael H. Reutershan, Brandon M. Taoka, Anthony Donofrio
  • Patent number: 9242984
    Abstract: The present invention provides novel pyrazole derivatives of formula I which are potent inhibitors of spleen tyrosine kinase, and are useful in the treatment and prevention of diseases mediated by said enzyme, such as asthma, COPD, rheumatoid arthritis, and cancer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 26, 2016
    Assignees: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., Merck Canada Inc.
    Inventors: Michelle R. Machacek, Michael D. Altman, Eric T. Romeo, Dilrukshi Vitharana, Brandon Cash, Tony Siu, Hua Zhou, Matthew Christopher, Solomon D. Kattar, Andrew M. Haidle, Kaleen Konrad Childers, Matthew L. Maddess, Michael H. Reutershan, Yves Ducharme, David J. Guerin, Kerrie Spencer, Christian Beaulieu, Vouy Linh Truong, Daniel Guay, Alan B. Northrup, Brandon M. Taoka, Jongwon Lim, Christian Fischer, John W. Butcher, Ryan D. Otte, Binyuan Sun, John Michael Ellis
  • Patent number: 9145391
    Abstract: The present invention provides novel pyrimidine amines of formula I which are potent inhibitors of spleen tyrosine kinase, or are prodrugs thereof, and are useful in the treatment and prevention of diseases mediated by said enzyme, such as asthma, COPD and rheumatoid arthritis and cancer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2015
    Assignees: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., Merck Canada Inc.
    Inventors: Denis Deschenes, Michael D. Altman, John Michael Ellis, Christian Fischer, Andrew M. Haidle, Solomon D. Kattar, Alan B. Northrup, Adam J. Schell, Graham F. Smith, Brandon M. Taoka, Corey Bienstock, Maria Emilia Di Francesco, Anthony Donofrio, Scott Peterson, Kerrie B. Spencer, James Patrick Jewell, Amjad Ali, David Jonathan Bennett, Qun Dang, John Wai
  • Publication number: 20150191461
    Abstract: The present invention provides novel pyrazole derivatives of formula I which are potent inhibitors of spleen tyrosine kinase, and are useful in the treatment and prevention of diseases mediated by said enzyme, such as asthma, COPD, rheumatoid arthritis, and cancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2013
    Publication date: July 9, 2015
    Applicant: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: Michelle R. Machacek, Michael D. Altman, Eric T. Romeo, Dilrukshi Vitharana, Brandon Cash, Tony Siu, Matthew Christopher, Solomon D. Kattar, Andrew M. Haidle, Kaleen Konrad Childers, Matthew L. Maddess, Michael H. Reutershan, Yves Ducharme, David J. Guerin, Kerrie Spencer, Christian Beaulieu, Vouy Linh Truong, Daniel Guay, Alan B. Northrup, Brandon M. Taoka, Jongwon Lim, Christian Fischer, John W. Butcher, Ryan D. Otte, Binyuan Sun, John Michael Ellis
  • Publication number: 20150148327
    Abstract: The invention provides certain substituted pyridines of the Formula (I) or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, Rcy, Cy, and t are as defined herein. The invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds, and methods of using the compounds for treating diseases or conditions mediated by Spleen Tyrosine Kinase (Syk) kinase.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 17, 2013
    Publication date: May 28, 2015
    Applicant: Merck Canada Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew M. Haidle, Sandra Lee Knowles, Solomon D. Kattar, Denis Deschenes, Jason Burch, Joel Robichaud, Matthew Christopher, Michael D. Altman, James P. Jewell, Alan B. Northrup, Marc Blouin, John Michael Ellis, Hua Zhou, Christian Fischer, Adam J. Schell, Michael H. Reutershan, Brandon M. Taoka, Anthony Donofrio, Joel Robichaud
  • Patent number: 8946237
    Abstract: The invention encompasses pyrazolo[1,5-a]pyrimidine derivatives which selectively inhibit microtubule affinity regulating kinase (MARK) and are therefore useful for the treatment or prevention of Alzheimer's disease. Pharmaceutical compositions and methods of use are also included.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2015
    Assignee: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: Jongwon Lim, Brandon M. Taoka, Sandra Lee, Alan Northrup, Michael D. Altman, David L. Sloman, Matthew G. Stanton, Njamkou Noucti