Patents by Inventor Shawn Sumida

Shawn Sumida 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).

  • Adjuvants Of Immune Response
    Publication number: 20070298051
    Abstract: The present invention features methods to substantially increase the immunogenicity of a vaccine, preferably a DNA vaccine, and involves providing a mammal with a vaccine regimen, which includes an immunogen and Flt3L in combination with MIP-1? or MIP-3?. The methods of the present invention can be used for the prevention and treatment of various pathological states, including for example, cancer, microbial infections, autoimmune diseases, tissue rejection, and allergic reactions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2004
    Publication date: December 27, 2007
    Applicant: BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER
    Inventors: Dan Barouch, Shawn Sumida, Norman Letvin