Patents by Inventor Christine Esau

Christine Esau 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: 20170016000
    Abstract: This invention encompasses compounds and compositions useful in methods for medical therapy, in general, for inhibiting Hepatitis B virus in a subject. The compounds have a first strand and a second strand, each of the strands being 19-29 monomers in length, the monomers comprising UNA monomers and nucleic acid monomers, and the compounds are targeted to a sequence of an HBV genome.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2016
    Publication date: January 19, 2017
    Inventors: Pattraranee Limphong, Kiyoshi Tachikawa, Christine Esau, Padmanabh Chivukula
  • Patent number: 9506062
    Abstract: Provided herein are methods for the treatment of liver cancer. These methods encompass the administration of a compound comprising a modified oligonucleotide, wherein the modified oligonucleotide is targeted to a miRNA. Also provided herein are compositions for the treatment of liver cancer. Such compositions include compounds comprising a modified oligonucleotide, wherein the modified oligonucleotide is targeted to a miRNA. Certain miRNAs have been identified as overexpressed in liver cancer, such as, for example, hepatocellular carcinoma, and are thus selected for targeting by modified oligonucleotides. Further, certain miRNAs have been identified as overexpressed in hepatocellular carcinoma cells exposed to dioxin, and are thus selected for targeting by modified oligonucleotides. Antisense inhibition of certain of these miRNAs has been found to inhibit cell proliferation and induce apoptosis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2016
    Assignees: Regulus Therapeutics Inc., Rosetta Genomics Ltd.
    Inventors: C. Frank Bennett, Ayelet Chajut, Christine Esau, Eric Marcusson, Noga Yerushalmi
  • Publication number: 20160046941
    Abstract: Provided herein are methods for the treatment of liver cancer. These methods encompass the administration of a compound comprising a modified oligonucleotide, wherein the modified oligonucleotide is targeted to a miRNA. Also provided herein are compositions for the treatment of liver cancer. Such compositions include compounds comprising a modified oligonucleotide, wherein the modified oligonucleotide is targeted to a miRNA. Certain miRNAs have been identified as overexpressed in liver cancer, such as, for example, hepatocellular carcinoma, and are thus selected for targeting by modified oligonucleotides. Further, certain miRNAs have been identified as overexpressed in hepatocellular carcinoma cells exposed to dioxin, and are thus selected for targeting by modified oligonucleotides. Antisense inhibition of certain of these miRNAs has been found to inhibit cell proliferation and induce apoptosis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2015
    Publication date: February 18, 2016
    Inventors: C. Frank Bennett, Ayelet Chajut, Christine Esau, Eric Marcusson, Noga Yerushalmi
  • Publication number: 20160017329
    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: July 21, 2015
    Publication date: January 21, 2016
    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
  • Publication number: 20150322436
    Abstract: Compounds, compositions and methods are provided for modulating the levels expression, processing and function of miRNAs. The compositions comprise oligomeric compounds targeted to small non-coding RNAs and miRNAs. The oligomeric compounds possess potent miRNA inhibitory activity, and further exhibit improved therapeutic index. Further provided are methods for selectively modulating miRNA activating in a cell.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2015
    Publication date: November 12, 2015
    Applicant: ISIS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
    Inventors: Christine Esau, Eric E. Swayze, Balkrishen Bhat, Garth A. Kinberger
  • Patent number: 9150857
    Abstract: Provided herein are methods for the treatment of liver cancer. These methods encompass the administration of a compound comprising a modified oligonucleotide, wherein the modified oligonucleotide is targeted to a miRNA. Also provided herein are compositions for the treatment of liver cancer. Such compositions include compounds comprising a modified oligonucleotide, wherein the modified oligonucleotide is targeted to a miRNA. Certain miRNAs have been identified as overexpressed in liver cancer, such as, for example, hepatocellular carcinoma, and are thus selected for targeting by modified oligonucleotides. Further, certain miRNAs have been identified as overexpressed in hepatocellular carcinoma cells exposed to dioxin, and are thus selected for targeting by modified oligonucleotides. Antisense inhibition of certain of these miRNAs has been found to inhibit cell proliferation and induce apoptosis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2015
    Assignees: Regulus Therapeutics, Rosetta Genomics, Ltd.
    Inventors: C. Frank Bennett, Ayelet Chajut, Christine Esau, Eric Marcusson, Noga Yerushalmi
  • Patent number: 9127272
    Abstract: Compounds, compositions and methods are provided for modulating the levels expression, processing and function of miRNAs. The compositions comprise oligomeric compounds targeted to small non-coding RNAs and miRNAs. The oligomeric compounds possess potent miRNA inhibitory activity, and further exhibit improved therapeutic index. Further provided are methods for selectively modulating miRNA activing in a cell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2015
    Assignee: Isis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Christine Esau, Eric E. Swayze, Balkrishen Bhat, Garth A. Kinberger
  • Publication number: 20150247142
    Abstract: Antisense compounds, compositions and methods are provided for modulating the levels expression, processing and function of miRNAs. The antisense compounds exhibit enhanced anti-miRNA activity. Further provided are methods for enhancing the inhibitory activity of an antisense compound targeting a miRNA, comprising incorporating stability enhancing sugar modifications into the antisense compounds.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2015
    Publication date: September 3, 2015
    Inventors: Christine Esau, Eric E. Swayze
  • Publication number: 20150232841
    Abstract: Methods are provided for the treatment of cardiovascular or metabolic diseases characterized by elevated serum total cholesterol, elevated serum LDL-cholesterol, or elevated serum triglycerides, through the administration of an oligomeric compound which modulates the levels or activity of miR-122a. Further provided are methods for reducing hepatic steatosis or liver tissue triglyceride accumulation through the administration of an oligomeric compound which modulates the levels or activity of miR-122a. Such methods employ oligomeric compounds which hybridize with or sterically interfere with nucleic acid molecules comprising or encoding miR-122a. Such oligomeric compounds may include one or more modifications thereon, which may improve the activity, stability, or nuclease resistance of the oligomeric compound. These modified oligomeric compounds are used as single compounds or in compositions, including pharmaceutical compositions, to modulate or mimic the targeted nucleic acid comprising or encoding miR-122a.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2015
    Publication date: August 20, 2015
    Inventors: Christine Esau, Sanjay Bhanot
  • Patent number: 8969314
    Abstract: Methods are provided for the treatment of cardiovascular or metabolic diseases characterized by elevated serum total cholesterol, elevated serum LDL-cholesterol, or elevated serum triglycerides, through the administration of an oligomeric compound which modulates the levels or activity of miR-122a. Further provided are methods for reducing hepatic steatosis or liver tissue triglyceride accumulation through the administration of an oligomeric compound which modulates the levels or activity of miR-122a. Such methods employ oligomeric compounds which hybridize with or sterically interfere with nucleic acid molecules comprising or encoding miR-122a. Such oligomeric compounds may include one or more modifications thereon, which may improve the activity, stability, or nuclease resistance of the oligomeric compound. These modified oligomeric compounds are used as single compounds or in compositions, including pharmaceutical compositions, to modulate or mimic the targeted nucleic acid comprising or encoding miR-122a.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Assignee: Regulus Therapeutics, Inc.
    Inventors: Christine Esau, Sanjay Bhanot
  • Publication number: 20140336370
    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: April 4, 2014
    Publication date: November 13, 2014
    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
  • Publication number: 20140329882
    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: April 4, 2014
    Publication date: November 6, 2014
    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
  • Patent number: 8809294
    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: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2014
    Assignee: 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
  • Publication number: 20140206854
    Abstract: Provided herein are methods for the treatment of liver cancer. These methods encompass the administration of a compound comprising a modified oligonucleotide, wherein the modified oligonucleotide is targeted to a miRNA. Also provided herein are compositions for the treatment of liver cancer. Such compositions include compounds comprising a modified oligonucleotide, wherein the modified oligonucleotide is targeted to a miRNA. Certain miRNAs have been identified as overexpressed in liver cancer, such as, for example, hepatocellular carcinoma, and are thus selected for targeting by modified oligonucleotides. Further, certain miRNAs have been identified as overexpressed in hepatocellular carcinoma cells exposed to dioxin, and are thus selected for targeting by modified oligonucleotides. Antisense inhibition of certain of these miRNAs has been found to inhibit cell proliferation and induce apoptosis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2014
    Publication date: July 24, 2014
    Applicants: ROSETTA GENOMICS LTD., REGULUS THERAPEUTICS INC.
    Inventors: C. Frank Bennett, Ayelet Chajut, Christine Esau, Eric Marcusson, Noga Yerushalmi
  • Publication number: 20140121365
    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: December 30, 2013
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    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
  • Publication number: 20140121364
    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: December 30, 2013
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    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
  • Patent number: 8680067
    Abstract: Provided herein are methods for the treatment of liver cancer. These methods encompass the administration of a compound comprising a modified oligonucleotide, wherein the modified oligonucleotide is targeted to a miRNA. Also provided herein are compositions for the treatment of liver cancer. Such compositions include compounds comprising a modified oligonucleotide, wherein the modified oligonucleotide is targeted to a miRNA. Certain miRNAs have been identified as overexpressed in liver cancer, such as, for example, hepatocellular carcinoma, and are thus selected for targeting by modified oligonucleotides. Further, certain miRNAs have been identified as overexpressed in hepatocellular carcinoma cells exposed to dioxin, and are thus selected for targeting by modified oligonucleotides. Antisense inhibition of certain of these miRNAs has been found to inhibit cell proliferation and induce apoptosis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2014
    Assignees: Regulus Therapeutics, Inc., Rosetta Genomics Ltd
    Inventors: C. Frank Bennett, Ayelet Chajut, Christine Esau, Eric Marcusson, Noga Yerushalmi
  • Publication number: 20140057963
    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: August 28, 2013
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    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
  • Publication number: 20120295962
    Abstract: Provided herein are methods for the treatment of liver cancer. These methods encompass the administration of a compound comprising a modified oligonucleotide, wherein the modified oligonucleotide is targeted to a miRNA. Also provided herein are compositions for the treatment of liver cancer. Such compositions include compounds comprising a modified oligonucleotide, wherein the modified oligonucleotide is targeted to a miRNA. Certain miRNAs have been identified as overexpressed in liver cancer, such as, for example, hepatocellular carcinoma, and are thus selected for targeting by modified oligonucleotides. Further, certain miRNAs have been identified as overexpressed in hepatocellular carcinoma cells exposed to dioxin, and are thus selected for targeting by modified oligonucleotides. Antisense inhibition of certain of these miRNAs has been found to inhibit cell proliferation and induce apoptosis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 25, 2012
    Publication date: November 22, 2012
    Applicants: ROSETTA GENOMICS LTD., REGULUS THERAPEUTICS INC.
    Inventors: C. Frank Bennett, Ayelet Chajut, Christine Esau, Eric G. Marcusson, Noga Yerushalmi
  • Publication number: 20120283319
    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: July 2, 2012
    Publication date: November 8, 2012
    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