Patents by Inventor Laura Attardi

Laura Attardi 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).

  • Mediators of epithelial adhesion and their role in cancer and skin disorders
    Publication number: 20060286090
    Abstract: Perp is shown to mediate stratified epithelial development in vivo. Perp localizes specifically to desmosomes, adhesion junctions important for tissue integrity. In some embodiments of the invention, detection of autoantibodies specific for perp find use in the diagnosis of pemphigus. In other embodiments, agent that upregulate or mimic perp function are useful in treatment of such blistering diseases. In another embodiment, agents that inhibit perp function are useful in treating and preventing cancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 21, 2006
    Publication date: December 21, 2006
    Inventors: Laura Attardi, Rebecca Ann Ihrie