Patents by Inventor David J. Unett
David J. Unett 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).
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Patent number: 10781180Abstract: The present invention relates to certain 3-phenyl-pyrazole derivatives of Formula (Ia) and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that modulate the activity of the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor. Compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof are directed to methods useful in the treatment of platelet aggregation, coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, transient ischemic attack, angina, stroke, atrial fibrillation, reducing the risk of blood clot formation, asthma or symptoms thereof, agitation or a symptom, behavioral disorders, drug induced psychosis, excitative psychosis, Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome, manic disorder, organic or NOS psychosis, psychotic disorder, psychosis, acute schizophrenia, chronic schizophrenia, NOS schizophrenia and related disorders, and sleep disorders, sleep disorders, diabetic-related disorders, progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy and the like.Type: GrantFiled: November 1, 2018Date of Patent: September 22, 2020Assignee: Arena Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Inventors: Bradley Teegarden, Yifeng Xiong, Sonja Strah-Pleynet, Honnappa Jayakumar, Peter I. Dosa, Konrad Feichtinger, Martin Casper, Juerg Lehmann, Robert M. Jones, David J. Unett, Jin Sun Karoline Choi
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Publication number: 20190263757Abstract: The present invention relates to certain 3-phenyl-pyrazole derivatives of Formula (Ia) and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that modulate the activity of the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor. Compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof are directed to methods useful in the treatment of platelet aggregation, coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, transient ischemic attack, angina, stroke, atrial fibrillation, reducing the risk of blood clot formation, asthma or symptoms thereof, agitation or a symptom, behavioral disorders, drug induced psychosis, excitative psychosis, Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome, manic disorder, organic or NOS psychosis, psychotic disorder, psychosis, acute schizophrenia, chronic schizophrenia, NOS schizophrenia and related disorders, and sleep disorders, sleep disorders, diabetic-related disorders, progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy and the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2018Publication date: August 29, 2019Inventors: Bradley Teegarden, Yifeng Xiong, Sonja Strah-Pleynet, Honnappa Jayakumar, Peter I. Dosa, Konrad Feichtinger, Martin Casper, Juerg Lehmann, Robert M. Jones, David J. Unett, Jin Sun Karoline Choi
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Publication number: 20180252736Abstract: Certain compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that modulate the activity of the cannabinoid CB2 receptor, including its internalization in a cell, are provided. Certain methods of identifying compounds that increase CB2 receptor internalization are also provided. Certain compounds described herein and pharmaceutical compositions thereof are useful for the treatment of CB2 receptor-mediated disorders, such as: pain, osteoarthritis, liver fibrosis, primary biliary cirrhosis, nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, diabetic neuropathy, endometriosis, and interstitial cystitis.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2015Publication date: September 6, 2018Inventors: David J. Unett, Ibragim Gaidarov
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Publication number: 20160304463Abstract: The present invention relates to certain 3-phenyl-pyrazole derivatives of Formula (Ia) and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that modulate the activity of the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor. Compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof are directed to methods useful in the treatment of platelet aggregation, coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, transient ischemic attack, angina, stroke, atrial fibrillation, reducing the risk of blood clot formation, asthma or symptoms thereof, agitation or a symptom, behavioral disorders, drug induced psychosis, excitative psychosis, Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome, manic disorder, organic or NOS psychosis, psychotic disorder, psychosis, acute schizophrenia, chronic schizophrenia, NOS schizophrenia and related disorders, and sleep disorders, sleep disorders, diabetic-related disorders, progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy and the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 25, 2016Publication date: October 20, 2016Inventors: Bradley Teegarden, Yifeng Xiong, Sonja Strah-Pleynet, Honnappa Jayakumar, Peter I. Dosa, Konrad Feichtinger, Martin Casper, Juerg Lehmann, Robert M. Jones, David J. Unett, Jin Sun Karoline Choi
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Publication number: 20140255310Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of using a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) to identify whether a candidate compound is a modulator of atherogenesis. In certain embodiments, the GPCR couples to Gi. In certain embodiments, the GPCR is human. Agonists of the invention are useful as therapeutic agents for the prevention or treatment of atherosclerosis and atherosclerotic disease, including coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, peripheral arterial disease, and ischemic stroke. Agonists of the invention are additionally useful as therapeutic agents for the prevention or treatment of conditions related to MCP-1 expression, including but not limited to rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, and multiple sclerosis.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 13, 2014Publication date: September 11, 2014Applicant: ARENA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.Inventors: Yaron Hakak, David J. Unett, Joel Gatlin, Chen W. Liaw
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Patent number: 8785441Abstract: The present invention relates to certain 3-phenyl-pyrazole derivatives of Formula (Ia) and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that modulate the activity of the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor. Compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof are directed to methods useful in the treatment of platelet aggregation, coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, transient ischemic attack, angina, stroke, atrial fibrillation, reducing the risk of blood clot formation, asthma or symptoms thereof, agitation or a symptom, behavioral disorders, drug induced psychosis, excitative psychosis, Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome, manic disorder, organic or NOS psychosis, psychotic disorder, psychosis, acute schizophrenia, chronic schizophrenia, NOS schizophrenia and related disorders, and sleep disorders, sleep disorders, diabetic-related disorders, progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy and the like.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2012Date of Patent: July 22, 2014Assignee: Arena Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Inventors: Bradley Teegarden, Yifeng Xiong, Sonja Strah-Pleynet, Honnappa Jayakumar, Peter I. Dosa, Konrad Feichtinger, Martin Casper, Juerg Lehmann, Robert M. Jones, David J. Unett, Jin Sun Karoline Choi
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Patent number: 8691498Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of using a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) to identify whether a candidate compound is a modulator of atherogenesis. In certain embodiments, the GPCR couples to Gi. In certain embodiments, the GPCR is human. Agonists of the invention are useful as therapeutic agents for the prevention or treatment of atherosclerosis and atherosclerotic disease, including coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, peripheral arterial disease, and ischemic stroke. Agonists of the invention are additionally useful as therapeutic agents for the prevention or treatment of conditions related to MCP-1 expression, including but not limited to rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, and multiple sclerosis.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2006Date of Patent: April 8, 2014Assignee: Arena Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Inventors: Yaron Hakak, David J. Unett, Joel Gatlin, Chen W. Liaw
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Publication number: 20130237540Abstract: The present invention relates to certain 3-phenyl-pyrazole derivatives of Formula (Ia) and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that modulate the activity of the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor. Compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof are directed to methods useful in the treatment of platelet aggreagation, coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, transient ischemic attack, angina, stroke, atrial fibrillation, reducing the risk of blood clot formation, asthma or symptoms thereof, agitation or a symptom, behavioral disorders, drug induced psychosis, excitative psychosis, Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome, manic disorder, organic or NOS psychosis, psychotic disorder, psychosis, acute schizophrenia, chronic schizophrenia, NOS schizophrenia and related disorders, and sleep disorders, sleep disorders, diabetic-related disorders, progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy and the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2012Publication date: September 12, 2013Inventors: BRADLEY TEEGARDEN, YIFENG XIONG, SONJA STRAH-PLEYNET, HONNAPPA JAYAKUMAR, PETER I. DOSA, KONRAD FEICHTINGER, MARTIN CASPER, JUERG LEHMANN, ROBERT M. JONES, DAVID J. UNETT, JIN SUN KAROLINE CHOI
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Publication number: 20110177522Abstract: The subject invention provides a method for producing an olfactory GPCR in a cell. In general, the methods involve introducing an expression cassette containing a promoter operably linked to a nucleic acid encoding an olfactory PCR into a macroglial cell, e.g., a Schwann or oligodendritic cell, and maintaining the cell under conditions suitable for production of the olfactory GPCR. Also provided is a macroglial cell containing a recombinant nucleic acid encoding an olfactory GPCR, methods of screening for modulators of olfactory GPCR activity, and a kit for producing an olfactory GPCR in a macroglial cell. The invention finds most use in research on flavors and fragrances, and, consequently, has a variety of research and industrial applications.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 20, 2010Publication date: July 21, 2011Inventors: GENE HUNG, DANIEL ORTUNO, DAVID J. UNETT, JOEL GATLIN
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Publication number: 20110177612Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of identifying whether a candidate compound is a modulator of a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR). In preferred embodiments, the GPCR is human. In other preferred embodiments, the GPCR is coupled to Gi and lowers the level of intracellular cAMP. In other preferred embodiments, the GPCR is expressed endogenously by adipocytes. In further preferred embodiments, the GPCR inhibits intracellular lipolysis. In other further preferred embodiments, the GPCR is a nicotinic acid receptor. The present invention also relates to methods of using a modulator of said GPCR. Preferred modulator is agonist. Agonists of the invention are useful as therapeutic agents for the prevention or treatment of metabolic-related disorders, including dyslipidemia, atherosclerosis, coronary heart disease, stroke, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 13, 2010Publication date: July 21, 2011Inventors: David J. Unett, Ruoping Chen, Jeremy G. Richman, Daniel Connolly, Huong T. Dang, Bryan Choi, James Leonard, Yaron Hakak, Chen Liaw, Dominic Behan, Derek Chalmers, Michael Lerner, Kevin P. Lowitz
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Publication number: 20110105456Abstract: The present invention relates to certain 3-phenyl-pyrazole derivatives of Formula (Ia) and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that modulate the activity of the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor. Compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof are directed to methods useful in the treatment of platelet aggreagation, coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, transient ischemic attack, angina, stroke, atrial fibrillation, reducing the risk of blood clot formation, asthma or symptoms thereof, agitation or a symptom, behavioral disorders, drug induced psychosis, excitative psychosis, Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome, manic disorder, organic or NOS psychosis, psychotic disorder, psychosis, acute schizophrenia, chronic schizophrenia, NOS schizophrenia and related disorders, and sleep disorders, sleep disorders, diabetic-related disorders, progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy and the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2010Publication date: May 5, 2011Inventors: Bradley Teegarden, Yifeng Xiong, Sonja Strah-Pleynet, Honnappa Jayakumar, Peter I. Dosa, Konrad Feichtinger, Matin Casper, Juerg Lehmann, Robert M. Jones, David J. Unett, Jin Sun Karoline Choi
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Patent number: 7884101Abstract: The present invention relates to certain 3-phenyl-pyrazole derivatives of Formula (Ia) and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that modulate the activity of the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor and are useful, optionally in combination with other pharmaceutical agents administered separately or together, in the treatment of platelet aggregation, coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, transient ischemic attack, angina, stroke, atrial fibrillation, reducing the risk of blood clot formation, asthma or symptoms thereof, agitation or a symptom, behavioral disorders, drug induced psychosis, excitative psychosis, Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome, manic disorder, organic or NOS psychosis, psychotic disorder, psychosis, acute schizophrenia, chronic schizophrenia, NOS schizophrenia and related disorders, and sleep disorders, sleep disorders, diabetic-related disorders, progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy and the like.Type: GrantFiled: November 20, 2006Date of Patent: February 8, 2011Assignee: Arena Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Inventors: Bradley Teegarden, Yifeng Xiong, Sonja Strah-Pleynet, Honnappa Jayakumar, Peter I. Dosa, Konrad Feichtinger, Martin Casper, Juerg Lehmann, Robert M. Jones, David J. Unett, Jin Sun Karoline Choi
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Publication number: 20100331238Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of using a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) to identify whether a candidate compound is a modulator of atherogenesis. In certain embodiments, the GPCR couples to Gi. In certain embodiments, the GPCR is human. Agonists of the invention are useful as therapeutic agents for the prevention or treatment of atherosclerosis and atherosclerotic disease, including coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, peripheral arterial disease, and ischemic stroke. Agonists of the invention are additionally useful as therapeutic agents for the prevention or treatment of conditions related to MCP-1 expression, including but not limited to rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, and multiple sclerosis.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2006Publication date: December 30, 2010Inventors: Yaron Hakak, David J. Unett, Joel Gatlin, Chen W. Liaw
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Patent number: 7829298Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of identifying whether a candidate compound is a modulator of a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR). In preferred embodiments, the GPCR is human. In other preferred embodiments, the GPCR is coupled to Gi and lowers the level of intracellular cAMP. In other preferred embodiments, the GPCR is expressed endogenously by adipocytes. In further preferred embodiments, the GPCR inhibits intracellular lipolysis. In other further preferred embodiments, the GPCR is a nicotinic acid receptor. The present invention also relates to methods of using a modulator of said GPCR. Preferred modulator is agonist. Agonists of the invention are useful as therapeutic agents for the prevention or treatment of metabolic-related disorders, including dyslipidemia, atherosclerosis, coronary heart disease, stroke, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2004Date of Patent: November 9, 2010Assignee: Arena Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Inventors: David J. Unett, Ruoping Chen, Jeremy G. Richman, Daniel T. Connolly, Huong T. Dang, Bryan J. Choi, James N. Leonard, Yaron Hakak, Chen W. Liaw, Dominic P. Behan, Derek T. Chalmers, Michael R. Lerner, Kevin P. Lowitz
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Patent number: 7776558Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of identifying whether a candidate compound is a modulator of a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR). In certain embodiments, the GPCR is human. In certain embodiments, the GPCR is expressed endogenously by neuronal cells or muscle cells. In certain embodiments, the GPCR is neuroprotective or myoprotective. In certain embodiments, the GPCR is a Humanin receptor. The present invention also relates to methods of using a modulator of the GPCR. A preferred modulator is agonist. Agonists of the invention are useful as therapeutic agents for the prevention or treatment of neurodegenerative diseases in general, including Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, prion-associated disease, stroke and motor-neuron disease in particular, peripheral neuropathy, cerebral amyloid beta-protein angiopathy, and ischemic heart disease, including myocardial infarction and congestive heart failure.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2004Date of Patent: August 17, 2010Assignee: Arena Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Inventors: Sonia Villegas, Gregory S. Kelner, David J. Unett, Joel Gatlin
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Publication number: 20090280487Abstract: The subject invention provides a method for producing an olfactory GPCR in a cell. In general, the methods involve introducing an expression cassette containing a promoter operably linked to a nucleic acid encoding an olfactory PCR into a macroglial cell, e.g., a Schwann or oligodendritic cell, and maintaining the cell under conditions suitable for production of the olfactory GPCR. Also provided is a macroglial cell containing a recombinant nucleic acid encoding an olfactory GPCR, methods of screening for modulators of olfactory GPCR activity, and a kit for producing an olfactory GPCR in a macroglial cell. The invention finds most use in research on flavors and fragrances, and, consequently, has a variety of research and industrial applications.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 22, 2008Publication date: November 12, 2009Inventors: GENE HUNG, Daniel Ortuno, David J. Unett, Joel Gatlin
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Publication number: 20080306114Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of identifying whether one or more candidate compounds is a modulator of a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) or a modulator of blood glucose concentration. In certain embodiments, the GPCR is human. The present invention also relates to methods of using a modulator of the GPCR. A preferred modulator is agonist. Agonists of the invention are useful as therapeutic agents for lowering blood glucose concentration, for preventing or treating certain metabolic disorders, such as insulin resistance, impaired glucose tolerance, and diabetes, and for preventing or treating a complication of an elevated blood glucose concentration, such as atherosclerosis, heart disease, stroke, hypertension and peripheral vascular disease.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2005Publication date: December 11, 2008Applicant: Arena Pharmaceuticals, IncInventors: Jun Qiu, Robert R. Webb, David J. Unett, Joel E. Gatlin, Daniel T. Connolly
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Publication number: 20080200530Abstract: The present invention relates to certain pyrazole derivatives of Formula (I) and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that modulate the activity of the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor. Compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof are directed to methods useful in the prophylaxis or treatment of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2006Publication date: August 21, 2008Inventors: David J. Unett, Bradley Teegarden, Honnappa Jayakumar, Hongmei Li, Sonja Strah-Pleynet, Peter I. Dosa
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Publication number: 20080125491Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of identifying whether a candidate compound is a modulator of a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR). In certain embodiments, the GPCR is human. In certain embodiments, the GPCR is expressed endogenously by neuronal cells or muscle cells. In certain embodiments, the GPCR is neuroprotective or myoprotective. In certain embodiments, the GPCR is a Humanin receptor. The present invention also relates to methods of using a modulator of said GPCR. A preferred modulator is agonist. Agonists of the invention are useful as therapeutic agents for the prevention or treatment of neurodegenerative diseases in general, including Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, prion-associated disease, stroke and motor-neuron disease in particular, peripheral neuropathy, cerebral amyloid beta-protein angiopathy, and ischemic heart disease, including myocardial infarction and congestive heart failure.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2004Publication date: May 29, 2008Applicant: ARENA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.Inventors: Sonia Villegas, Gregory S. Kelner, David J. Unett, Joel Gatlin
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Patent number: 6902902Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of identifying whether a candidate compound is a modulator of a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR). In preferred embodiments, the GPCR is human. In other preferred embodiments, the GPCR is coupled to Gi and lowers the level of intracellular cAMP. In other preferred embodiments, the GPCR is expressed endogenously by adipocytes. In further preferred embodiments, the GPCR inhibits intracellular lipolysis. In other further preferred embodiments, the GPCR is a nicotinic acid receptor. The present invention also relates to methods of using a modulator of said GPCR. Preferred modulator is agonist. Agonists of the invention are useful as therapeutic agents for the prevention or treatment of metabolic-related disorders, including dyslipidemia, atherosclerosis, coronary heart disease, stroke, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2002Date of Patent: June 7, 2005Assignee: Arena Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Inventors: David J. Unett, Ruoping Chen, Jeremy G. Richman, Daniel T. Connolly, Yaron Hakak, Dominic P. Behan, Derek T. Chalmers