Patents by Inventor Kenneth Noel Mewett

Kenneth Noel Mewett 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).

  • Neurologically-active compounds
    Patent number: 6632806
    Abstract: The invention provides methods for enhancing cognitive activity and stimulating memory capacity, comprising the step of administering an effective amount of a compound with GABAC receptor antagonist activity to an animal in need of such treatment. Preferably the compound has selective GABAc receptor antagonist activity, and more preferably comprises a phosphinic acid group. The invention also provides novel compounds and compositions. The methods of the invention are useful in the treatment of dementias and conditions involving cognitive deficit, or memory impairment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2003
    Assignees: The University of Sydney, Polychip Pharmaceuticals Pty. Ltd.
    Inventors: Graham A. R. Johnston, Peter M. Burden, Kenneth Noel Mewett, Mary Chebib