Patents by Inventor Firas Mohamed Kara

Firas Mohamed Kara 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).

  • Methods for inhibiting osteoclast differentiation, formation, or function and for increasing bone mass
    Patent number: 7795427
    Abstract: The invention provides methods and compositions for modulating osteoclastogenesis and for treating bone diseases characterized by bone loss or a decrease in bone mass or density, by administering a compound or agent that modulates the adenosine A1 receptor, in particular, an inhibitor or antagonist of the A1 receptor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 14, 2010
    Assignee: New York University
    Inventors: Bruce N. Cronstein, Firas Mohamed Kara