Patents by Inventor Jane Durga

Jane Durga 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).

  • Probiotic and polyphenol against neurodegeneration
    Patent number: 10912803
    Abstract: A composition containing the probiotic strain Lactobacillus johnsonii CNCM 1-1225 in combination with a polyphenol for use in the treatment or prevention of a cognitive and/or neurodegenerative disorder, in particular Alzheimer's disease. The polyphenol can be one or more of rosmarinic acid, chicoric acid, or caftaric acid, and can be provided in the form of a plant extract.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2021
    Assignee: Societe des Produits Nestle S.A.
    Inventors: Rachid Bel-Rhlid, Jane Durga, Tina Kunz, Jeroen Antonius Johannes Schmitt
  • PROBIOTIC AND POLYPHENOL AGAINST NEURODEGENERATION
    Publication number: 20180028582
    Abstract: A composition containing the probiotic strain Lactobacillus johnsonii CNCM 1-1225 in combination with a polyphenol for use in the treatment or prevention of a cognitive and/or neurodegenerative disorder, in particular Alzheimer's disease. The polyphenol can be one or more of rosmarinic acid, chicoric acid, or caftaric acid, and can be provided in the form of a plant extract.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2017
    Publication date: February 1, 2018
    Inventors: Rachid Bel-Rhlid, Jane Durga, Tina Kunz, Jeroen Antonius Johannes Schmitt
  • Probiotic and polyphenol against neurodegeneration
    Patent number: 9801915
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising the probiotic strain Lactobacillus johnsonii CNCM I-1225 in combination with a polyphenol for use in the treatment or prevention of a cognitive and/or neurodegenerative disorder, in particular Alzheimer's disease.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 31, 2017
    Assignee: Nestec S.A.
    Inventors: Rachid Bel-Rhlid, Jane Durga, Tina Kunz, Jeroen Antonius Johannes Schmitt
  • COHESIVE LIQUID BOLUS COMPRISING BIOACTIVES
    Publication number: 20160129118
    Abstract: This invention relates to a cohesive thin liquid bolus comprising an aqueous solution of at least one food grade biopolymer and at least one bioactive compound, to the use of said cohesive thin liquid bolus for promoting safer swallowing of food boluses in dysphagic patients and to a method for preparing the bolus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2014
    Publication date: May 12, 2016
    Inventors: Robert Redgwell, Adam Burbidge, Jan Engmann, Simina Popa Nita, Jane Durga
  • 4-oxo-2-pentenoic acid and brain health
    Patent number: 9259404
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to compositions with a health benefit. In particular, the invention relates to the field of brain health, for example brain protection, maintenance of cognitive function, prevention of cognitive decline and prevention of cognitive disorders. A subject matter of the invention is a composition comprising 4-oxo-2-pentenoic acid for use in the treatment or prevention of cognitive decline.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2016
    Assignee: Nestec S.A.
    Inventors: Francia Jacqueline Arce Vera, Bertrand Bourqui, Timo Buetler, Stephane Duboux, Jane Durga, Francis Foata, Philippe Alexandre Guy, Nicolas Page, Serge Andre Dominique Rezzi, Pierre Magistretti, Evelyne Ruchti, Sylvain Lengacher, Igor Allaman
  • PROBIOTIC AND POLYPHENOL AGAINST NEURODEGENERATION
    Publication number: 20150174177
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising the probiotic strain Lactobacillus johnsonii CNCM I-1225 in combination with a polyphenol for use in the treatment or prevention of a cognitive and/or neurodegenerative disorder, in particular Alzheimer's disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2013
    Publication date: June 25, 2015
    Inventors: Rachid Bel-Rhlid, Jane Durga, Tina Kunz, Jeroen Antonius Johannes Schmitt
  • 4-OXO-2-PENTENOIC ACID AND BRAIN HEALTH
    Publication number: 20150105464
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to compositions with a health benefit. In particular, the invention relates to the field of brain health, for example brain protection, maintenance of cognitive function, prevention of cognitive decline and prevention of cognitive disorders. A subject matter of the invention is a composition comprising 4-oxo-2-pentenoic acid for use in the treatment or prevention of cognitive decline.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 25, 2013
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Applicant: NESTEC S.A.
    Inventors: Francia Jacqueline Arce Vera, Bertrand Bourqui, Timo Buetler, Stephane Duboux, Jane Durga, Francis Foata, Philippe Alexandre Guy, Nicolas Page, Serge Andre Dominique Rezzi, Pierre Magistretti, Evelyne Ruchti, Sylvain Lengacher, Igor Allaman
  • CHICORY FOR PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF NEURODEGENERATION
    Publication number: 20140113014
    Abstract: The invention pertains to a composition comprising chicory, particularly roasted chicory root, for use in the prevention or treatment of a neurodegenerative disorder and/or a loss of cognitive ability. In a further aspect, the invention pertains to a non-therapeutic method for maintaining mental or cognitive capabilities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2012
    Publication date: April 24, 2014
    Applicant: NESTEC S.A.
    Inventors: Jane Durga, Tina Kunz, Cedric Yvon, Didier Courtois, Jwanro Husson, Ruth Luthi-Carter, David Taylor
  • PRODUCTS COMPRISING N-PHENYLPROPENOYL AMINO ACID AMIDES AND USES THEREOF
    Publication number: 20110313014
    Abstract: The present invention relates to use of a composition comprising N-phenylpropenoyl amino acid amides for the preparation of a product to treat or prevent neurodegenerative disorders, cognitive decline, mild cognitive impairment, dementia, mood disorders, depression, sleep disorders, diseases involving protein aggregation in a human or animal, Alzheimer's disease, macular degeneration or diabetes. The invention further relates to products comprising N-phenylpropenoyl amino acid amides, including food and beverage products, food supplements, and pet food products, and methods for affecting cognitive performance of humans and animals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 3, 2010
    Publication date: December 22, 2011
    Applicant: NESTEC S.A.
    Inventors: Fabien Robert, Karin Kraehenbuehl, Denis Marcel Barron, Jane Durga