Patents by Inventor Max Cynader

Max Cynader 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).

  • Gene sequences associated with neural plasticity and methods related thereto
    Publication number: 20030216339
    Abstract: The disclosed invention generally relates to newly identified polynucleotide sequences capable of conferring neural plasticity to neurons. Additionally, this application encompasses the complete gene sequences, the polypeptides associated therewith, and methods of using. These methods include the use of the sequences for gene therapy, including the treatment or cure of genetic diseases, for the treatment of degenerative disorders, for the treatment of neuron damage, and for the treatment of learning disorders. Additionally, these sequences are useful to enhance memory and learning capacity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2003
    Publication date: November 20, 2003
    Applicant: Max Cynader
    Inventors: Max Cynader, Shiv Prasad
  • Method of using, process of preparing and composition comprising recombinant herpesvirus vectors
    Patent number: 5763217
    Abstract: Methods for treatment, processes for preparing, and compositions for delivering selected nucleic acid sequences to cells, primarily of the treatment of neurological disorders and exploring neurological functions, are disclosed. In particular, the invention provides recombinant Herpesvirus vectors with a high rate of expression of selected nucleic acid sequences and/or a low cytopathicity and its associated methods and processes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 1995
    Date of Patent: June 9, 1998
    Assignee: University of British Columbia
    Inventors: Max Cynader, Francis Tufaro