Patents by Inventor Vincent J. Hearing, Jr.

Vincent J. Hearing, Jr. 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).

  • Depigmenting activity of agouti signal protein and peptides thereof
    Patent number: 6579848
    Abstract: The invention is an agouti signaling protein and peptides as well as pharmaceutical compositions thereof and their use in methods of inhibiting melanin production by melanocytes. The agouti signaling protein and peptides thereof are useful in cosmetics and in clinical prevention and treatment of hyperpigmentary conditions. Methods for screening peptides for melanogenesis inhibiting activity are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2003
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Department of Health and Human Services
    Inventor: Vincent J. Hearing, Jr.