Patents by Inventor Philip R. Johnson

Philip R. Johnson 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: 20210322579
    Abstract: Provided herein are isolated DNA vectors comprising a heterologous gene, wherein the DNA vector is devoid of bacterial plasmid DNA and/or bacterial signatures, which can abrogate persistence in vivo. The invention also features pharmaceutical compositions (non-immunogenic pharmaceutical compositions) including the DNA vectors of the invention, which can be used for induction of long-term, episomal expression of a heterologous gene in a subject. The invention involves methods of treating a subject by administering the DNA vectors of the invention, including methods of treating disorders associated with a defect in a target gene.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Bruce C. Schnepp, Philip R. Johnson
  • Publication number: 20210322576
    Abstract: Provided herein are isolated DNA vectors comprising a heterologous gene, wherein the DNA vector is devoid of bacterial plasmid DNA and/or bacterial signatures, which can abrogate persistence in vivo. The invention also features pharmaceutical compositions (non-immunogenic pharmaceutical compositions) including the DNA vectors of the invention, which can be used for induction of long-term, episomal expression of a heterologous gene in a subject. The invention involves methods of treating a subject by administering the DNA vectors of the invention, including methods of treating disorders associated with a defect in a target gene.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2021
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Bruce C. Schnepp, Philip R. Johnson
  • Publication number: 20210155938
    Abstract: The present invention features nucleic acid trans-splicing molecules (e.g., pre-mRNA trans-splicing molecules (RTMs)) capable of correcting one or more mutations in the ABCA4 gene or the CEP290 gene. Such molecules are useful in the treatment of disorders associated with mutations in ABCA4, such as Stargardt Disease (e.g., Stargardt Disease 1) and disorders associated with a mutation in CEP290, such as Leber congenital amourosis 10 (LCA 10). Also provided by the invention described herein are methods of using the nucleic acid trans-splicing molecules for correcting mutations in ABCA4 and CEP290 and for treating disorders associated with mutations in ABCA4 and CEP290, such as Stargardt Disease and LCA 10.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 17, 2019
    Publication date: May 27, 2021
    Inventors: Philip R. JOHNSON, Bruce C. SCHNEPP, Jean BENNETT, Scott J. DOOLEY, Krishna Jawaharlal FISHER, Junwei SUN
  • Publication number: 20210002667
    Abstract: Provided herein are isolated DNA vectors comprising a heterologous gene, wherein the DNA vector is devoid of bacterial plasmid DNA and/or bacterial signatures, which can abrogate persistence in vivo. The invention also features pharmaceutical compositions (non-immunogenic pharmaceutical compositions) including the DNA vectors of the invention, which can be used for induction of long-term, episomal expression of a heterologous gene in a subject. The invention involves methods of treating a subject by administering the DNA vectors of the invention, including methods of treating disorders associated with a defect in a target gene.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2019
    Publication date: January 7, 2021
    Inventors: Bruce C. SCHNEPP, Philip R. JOHNSON
  • Patent number: 10645916
    Abstract: A spray boom includes a body having a length defined between a first end and a second end thereof. The body is formed by a plurality of layers of composite material adapted to be molded together to form an inner surface and an outer surface. An internal cavity is defined in the body internally of the inner surface. A light-emitting system is integrally formed in the body in an outer layer thereof or at a location between the inner surface and the outer surface. The light-emitting downsystem has an on state and an off state in which it is adapted to emit a light when in the on state.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2020
    Assignee: DEERE & COMPANY
    Inventors: Patrick M. Murphy, Philip R. Johnson
  • Publication number: 20190098888
    Abstract: A spray boom includes a body having a length defined between a first end and a second end thereof. The body is formed by a plurality of layers of composite material adapted to be molded together to form an inner surface and an outer surface. An internal cavity is defined in the body internally of the inner surface. A light-emitting system is integrally formed in the body in an outer layer thereof or at a location between the inner surface and the outer surface. The light-emitting system has an on state and an off state in which it is adapted to emit a light when in the on state.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2017
    Publication date: April 4, 2019
    Inventors: Patrick M. Murphy, Philip R. Johnson
  • Publication number: 20150044170
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the use of recombinant adeno-associated viruses (rAAV) for gene delivery and more specifically to the use of rAAV to deliver genes encoding human immunodeficiency virus entry inhibitors to target cells in mammals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2014
    Publication date: February 12, 2015
    Applicant: NATIONWIDE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL, INC.
    Inventors: Philip R. Johnson, JR., Kelly Reed Clark
  • Patent number: 8486420
    Abstract: The present invention provides novel self-replicating and self-propagating chimeric viral vectors and chimeric virus particles comprising a modified genome of a carrier RNA virus packaged within structural proteins of a second virus. Also provided are pharmaceutical formulations comprising the chimeric viral vectors and virus particles and methods of inducing an immune response by administration of the same to a subject.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2013
    Assignees: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Children's Hospital, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. Johnston, Philip R. Johnson, Christy K. Jurgens, Kelly Young Poe
  • Patent number: 8409842
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and materials for recombinant adeno-associated virus production. More particularly, the invention relates to use of recombinant adenovirus encoding adeno-associated virus protein in recombinant adeno-associated virus production methods.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2013
    Assignee: Nationwide Children's Hospital, Inc.
    Inventors: Kelly Reed Clark, Philip R. Johnson, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20120171160
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the use of recombinant adeno-associated viruses (rAAV) for gene delivery and more specifically to the use of rAAV to deliver genes encoding human immunodeficiency virus entry inhibitors to target cells in mammals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2012
    Publication date: July 5, 2012
    Applicant: NATIONWIDE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL, INC.
    Inventors: Philip R. Johnson, JR., Kelly Reed Clark
  • Publication number: 20120027798
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the use of recombinant adeno-associated viruses (rAAV) for gene delivery and more specifically to the use of rAAV to deliver antibody genes to target cells in mammals. Administration of rAAV encoding antibodies that neutralize the HIV-1 virus is exemplified.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2011
    Publication date: February 2, 2012
    Applicant: NATIONWIDE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL, INC.
    Inventors: Kelly Reed Clark, Philip R. Johnson, JR.
  • Publication number: 20110201088
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and materials for recombinant adeno-associated virus production. More particularly, in some embodiments the invention contemplates the use of an adenovirus known as Simian Adenovirus 13 (SAdV-13) and Vero cells for production of recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV).
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2011
    Publication date: August 18, 2011
    Applicant: NATIONWIDE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL INC.
    Inventors: Clifford J. Beall, Kelly R. Clark, Philip R. Johnson, JR.
  • Patent number: 7943379
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and materials for recombinant adeno-associated virus production. More particularly, in some embodiments the invention contemplates the use of an adenovirus known as Simian Adenovirus 13 (SAdV-13) and Vero cells for production of recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2011
    Assignee: Nationwide Children's Hospital, Inc.
    Inventors: Clifford J. Beall, Kelly R. Clark, Philip R. Johnson, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20100310601
    Abstract: The present invention provides adeno-associated virus (AAV) materials and methods which are useful for DNA delivery to cells. More particularly, the invention provides recombinant AAV (rAAV) genomes, methods for packaging rAAV genomes, stable host cell lines producing rAAV and methods for delivering genes of interest to cells utilizing the rAAV. Particularly disclosed are rAAV useful in generating immunity to human immunodeficiency virus-1 and in therapeutic gene delivery for treatment of neurological disorders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 2010
    Publication date: December 9, 2010
    Applicant: NATIONWIDE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL INC.
    Inventor: Philip R. Johnson
  • Patent number: 7662627
    Abstract: The present invention provides adeno-associated virus (AAV) materials and methods which are useful for DNA delivery to cells. More particularly, the invention provides recombinant AAV (rAAV) genomes, methods for packaging rAAV genomes, stable host cell lines producing rAAV and methods for delivering genes of interest to cells utilizing the rAAV. Particularly disclosed are rAAV useful in generating immunity to human immunodeficiency virus-1 and in therapeutic gene delivery for treatment of neurological disorders.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2010
    Assignee: Nationwide Children's Hospital, Inc.
    Inventor: Philip R. Johnson, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20090275138
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and materials for recombinant adeno-associated virus production. More particularly, in some embodiments the invention contemplates the use of an adenovirus known as Simian Adenovirus 13 (SAdV-13) and Vero cells for production of recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV).
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2009
    Publication date: November 5, 2009
    Applicant: NATIONWIDE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
    Inventors: Clifford J. Beall, Kelly R. Clark, Philip R. Johnson, JR.
  • Publication number: 20090169513
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the use of recombinant adeno-associated viruses (rAAV) for gene delivery and more specifically to the use of rAAV to deliver genes encoding human immunodeficiency virus entry inhibitors to target cells in mammals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 24, 2008
    Publication date: July 2, 2009
    Applicant: NATIONWIDE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
    Inventors: Philip R. Johnson, JR., Kelly Reed Clark
  • Publication number: 20090035327
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the use of recombinant adeno-associated viruses (rAAV) for gene delivery and more specifically to the use of rAAV to deliver antibody genes to target cells in mammals. Administration of rAAV encoding antibodies that neutralize the HIV-1 virus is exemplified.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2008
    Publication date: February 5, 2009
    Applicant: NATIONWIDE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
    Inventors: Kelly Reed Clark, Philip R. Johnson, JR.
  • Publication number: 20080260775
    Abstract: The present invention provides novel self-replicating and self-propagating chimeric viral vectors and chimeric virus particles comprising a modified genome of a carrier RNA virus packaged within structural proteins of a second virus. Also provided are pharmaceutical formulations comprising the chimeric viral vectors and virus particles and methods of inducing an immune response by administration of the same to a subject.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 15, 2006
    Publication date: October 23, 2008
    Inventors: Robert E. Johnston, Philip R. Johnson
  • Patent number: 7070998
    Abstract: The present invention provides adeno-associated virus (AAV) materials and methods which are useful for DNA delivery to cells. More particularly, the invention provides recombinant AAV (rAAV) genomes, methods for packaging rAAV genomes, stable host cell lines producing rAAV and methods for delivering genes of interest to cells utilizing the rAAV. Particularly disclosed are rAAV useful in generating immunity to human immunodeficiency virus-1 and in therapeutic gene delivery for treatment of neurological disorders.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2006
    Assignee: Children's Hospital, Inc.
    Inventor: Philip R. Johnson, Jr.