Patents by Inventor Robert G. Komeluk

Robert G. Komeluk 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).

  • Mammalian IAP gene family, primers, probes and detection methods
    Publication number: 20040157232
    Abstract: Disclosed is substantially pure DNA encoding mammalian IAP polypeptides; substantially pure polypeptides; and methods of using such DNA to express the IAP polypeptides in cells and animals to inhibit apoptosis. Also disclosed are conserved regions characteristic of the IAP family and primers and probes for the identification and isolation of additional IAP genes. In addition, methods for treating diseases and disorders involving apoptosis are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2003
    Publication date: August 12, 2004
    Inventors: Robert G. Komeluk, Alexander E. MacKenzie, Stephen Baird, Peter Liston
  • Antisense IAP oligonucleotides and uses thereof
    Publication number: 20040127694
    Abstract: The present invention feature antisense IAP oligonucleotides and other negative regulators of the IAP anti-apoptotic pathway, and methods for using them to enhance apoptosis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2003
    Publication date: July 1, 2004
    Inventors: Robert G. Komeluk, Eric LaCasse, Stephen Baird, Martin Holcik, Sean Young