Patents by Inventor Mark G. Erlander

Mark G. Erlander 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).

  • Publication number: 20230287511
    Abstract: The disclosure provides methods for the use of gene expression measurements to classify or identify neuroendocrine cancer in samples obtained from a subject in a clinical setting, such as in cases of formalin fixed, paraffin embedded (FFPE) samples.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2022
    Publication date: September 14, 2023
    Inventors: Catherine A. SCHNABEL, Yi ZHANG, Mark G. ERLANDER
  • Publication number: 20230023867
    Abstract: The invention provides methods for the use of gene expression measurements to classify or identify tumors in samples obtained from a subject in a clinical setting, such as in cases of formalin fixed, paraffin embedded (FFPE) samples.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2022
    Publication date: January 26, 2023
    Inventors: Mark G. ERLANDER, Xiao-Jun MA
  • Patent number: 11549148
    Abstract: The disclosure provides methods for the use of gene expression measurements to classify or identify neuroendocrine cancer in samples obtained from a subject in a clinical setting, such as in cases of formalin fixed, paraffin embedded (FFPE) samples.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2023
    Assignee: BIOTHERANOSTICS, INC.
    Inventors: Catherine A. Schnabel, Yi Zhang, Mark G. Erlander
  • Patent number: 11430544
    Abstract: The invention provides methods for the use of gene expression measurements to classify or identify tumors in samples obtained from a subject in a clinical setting, such as in cases of formalin fixed, paraffin embedded (FFPE) samples.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2022
    Assignee: BIOTHERANOSTICS, INC.
    Inventors: Mark G. Erlander, Xiao-Jun Ma
  • Publication number: 20220186317
    Abstract: Provided are methods of determining risk of cancer recurrence in a subject afflicted with breast cancer. Also provided are methods of determining responsiveness to treatment of a subject afflicted with breast cancer. Additionally provided are methods of treating a subject afflicted with breast cancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2021
    Publication date: June 16, 2022
    Inventors: Catherine A. Schnabel, Dennis C. Sgroi, Yi Zhang, Brock Schroeder, Mark G. Erlander
  • Publication number: 20210371934
    Abstract: The disclosure includes the identification and use of gene expression profiles, or patterns, with clinical relevance to cancer. In particular, the disclosure includes the identities of genes that are expressed in correlation with tumor grade. The levels of gene expression are disclosed as a molecular index for determining tumor grade in a patient and predicting clinical outcome, and so prognosis, for the patient. The molecular grading of cancer may optionally be used in combination with a second molecular index for diagnosing cancer and its prognosis. The disclosure further includes methods for predicting cancer recurrence, and/or predicting occurrence of metastatic cancer. For diagnosis or prognosis, the disclosure further includes methods for determining or selecting the treatment of cancer based upon the likelihood of life expectancy, cancer recurrence, and/or cancer metastasis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 23, 2021
    Publication date: December 2, 2021
    Inventors: Mark G. Erlander, Xiao-Jun Ma, Dennis Sgroi
  • Publication number: 20210355550
    Abstract: The disclosure includes the identification and use of gene expression profiles, or patterns, with clinical relevance to extended treatment and cancer-free survival in a patient. In particular, the disclosure includes the identities of genes that are expressed in correlation with benefit in a switch in endocrine therapy used to treat a patient. The levels of gene expression are disclosed as a molecular index for predicting clinical outcome, and so prognosis, for the patient. The disclosure further includes methods for predicting cancer recurrence, and/or predicting occurrence of metastatic cancer, after initial treatment with an anti-estrogen agent. The disclosure further includes methods for determining or selecting the treatment of a subject based upon the likelihood of life expectancy, cancer recurrence, and/or cancer metastasis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2021
    Publication date: November 18, 2021
    Inventors: Dennis SGROI, Mark G. ERLANDER, Yi ZHANG, Catherine A. SCHNABEL
  • Patent number: 11078538
    Abstract: The disclosure includes the identification and use of gene expression profiles, or patterns, with clinical relevance to extended treatment and cancer-free survival in a patient. In particular, the disclosure includes the identities of genes that are expressed in correlation with benefit in a switch in endocrine therapy used to treat a patient. The levels of gene expression are disclosed as a molecular index for predicting clinical outcome, and so prognosis, for the patient. The disclosure further includes methods for predicting cancer recurrence, and/or predicting occurrence of metastatic cancer, after initial treatment with an anti-estrogen agent. The disclosure further includes methods for determining or selecting the treatment of a subject based upon the likelihood of life expectancy, cancer recurrence, and/or cancer metastasis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2021
    Assignee: Biotheranostics, Inc.
    Inventors: Dennis Sgroi, Mark G. Erlander, Yi Zhang, Catherine A. Schnabel
  • Patent number: 11021754
    Abstract: The disclosure includes the identification and use of gene expression profiles, or patterns, with clinical relevance to cancer. In particular, the disclosure includes the identities of genes that are expressed in correlation with tumor grade. The levels of gene expression are disclosed as a molecular index for determining tumor grade in a patient and predicting clinical outcome, and so prognosis, for the patient. The molecular grading of cancer may optionally be used in combination with a second molecular index for diagnosing cancer and its prognosis. The disclosure further includes methods for predicting cancer recurrence, and/or predicting occurrence of metastatic cancer. For diagnosis or prognosis, the disclosure further includes methods for determining or selecting the treatment of cancer based upon the likelihood of life expectancy, cancer recurrence, and/or cancer metastasis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2021
    Assignee: Biotheranostics, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark G. Erlander, Xiao-Jun Ma, Dennis Sgroi
  • Publication number: 20210062244
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods for the amplification of nucleic acid molecules. Methods for amplifying target polynucleotides, including mRNA, using oligonucleotides, DNA and RNA polymerases are provided. The invention further provides compositions and kits for practicing the methods, as well as methods which use the amplification products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 19, 2020
    Publication date: March 4, 2021
    Inventors: Mark G. Erlander, Ranelle C. Salunga
  • Publication number: 20200362393
    Abstract: Methods and compositions relating to the generation and use of gene expression data from tissue samples that have been fixed and embedded are provided. The data can electronically stored and implemented as well as used to augment diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 26, 2020
    Publication date: November 19, 2020
    Inventors: Mark G. Erlander, Ranelle C. Salunga
  • Publication number: 20200190597
    Abstract: The invention provides methods for the use of gene expression measurements to classify or identify tumors in samples obtained from a subject in a clinical setting, such as in cases of formalin fixed, paraffin embedded (FFPE) samples.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 2, 2019
    Publication date: June 18, 2020
    Inventors: Mark G. Erlander, Xiao-Jun Ma
  • Publication number: 20200095642
    Abstract: Methods and compositions for the identification of breast cancer grade signatures are provided. The signature profiles are identified based upon multiple sampling of reference breast tissue samples from independent cases of breast cancer and provide a reliable set of molecular criteria for identification of cells as being in one or more particular stages and/or grades of breast cancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2019
    Publication date: March 26, 2020
    Inventors: Xiao-Jun Ma, Dennis C. Sgroi, Mark G. Erlander
  • Patent number: 10538816
    Abstract: The invention provides methods for the use of gene expression measurements to classify or identify tumors in samples obtained from a subject in a clinical setting, such as in cases of formalin fixed, paraffin embedded (FFPE) samples.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 21, 2020
    Assignee: Biotheranostics, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark G. Erlander, Xiao-Jun Ma
  • Patent number: 10329624
    Abstract: Methods and compositions for the identification of breast cancer grade signatures are provided. The signature profiles are identified based upon multiple sampling of reference breast tissue samples from independent cases of breast cancer and provide a reliable set of molecular criteria for identification of cells as being in one or more particular stages and/or grades of breast cancer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2019
    Assignees: Biotheranostics, Inc., The General Hospital Corporation
    Inventors: Xiao-Jun Ma, Dennis C. Sgroi, Mark G. Erlander
  • Patent number: 10253369
    Abstract: Provided are methods of determining whether a subject having ER+ breast cancer is expected to benefit from treatment with combination endocrine therapy and mTOR inhibitor therapy. Also provided are methods of treating a subject having ER+ breast cancer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2019
    Assignee: BIOTHERANOSTICS, INC.
    Inventors: Catherine Schnabel, Yi Zhang, Mark G. Erlander
  • Publication number: 20190002957
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods for the amplification of nucleic acid molecules. Methods for amplifying target polynucleotides, including mRNA, using oligonucleotides, DNA and RNA polymerases are provided. The invention further provides compositions and kits for practicing the methods, as well as methods which use the amplification products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2018
    Publication date: January 3, 2019
    Inventors: Mark G. ERLANDER, Ranelle C. SALUNGA
  • Publication number: 20180291461
    Abstract: The disclosure includes the identification and use of gene expression profiles, or patterns, with clinical relevance to cancer. In particular, the disclosure includes the identities of genes that are expressed in correlation with tumor grade. The levels of gene expression are disclosed as a molecular index for determining tumor grade in a patient and predicting clinical outcome, and so prognosis, for the patient. The molecular grading of cancer may optionally be used in combination with a second molecular index for diagnosing cancer and its prognosis. The disclosure further includes methods for predicting cancer recurrence, and/or predicting occurrence of metastatic cancer. For diagnosis or prognosis, the disclosure further includes methods for determining or selecting the treatment of cancer based upon the likelihood of life expectancy, cancer recurrence, and/or cancer metastasis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 8, 2017
    Publication date: October 11, 2018
    Inventors: Mark G. Erlander, Xiao-Jun Ma, Dennis Sgroi
  • Patent number: 10036060
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods for the amplification of nucleic acid molecules. Methods for amplifying target polynucleotides, including mRNA, using oligonucleotides, DNA and RNA polymerases are provided. The invention further provides compositions and kits for practicing the methods, as well as methods which use the amplification products.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 31, 2018
    Assignee: Life Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Mark G. Erlander, Ranelle C. Salunga
  • Publication number: 20180135131
    Abstract: The disclosure provides methods for the use of gene expression measurements to classify or identify neuroendocrine cancer in samples obtained from a subject in a clinical setting, such as in cases of formalin fixed, paraffin embedded (FFPE) samples.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 21, 2017
    Publication date: May 17, 2018
    Inventors: Catherine A. SCHNABEL, Yi ZHANG, Mark G. ERLANDER