Abstract: A recombinant system for improving genome editing via homologous recombination is disclosed. The system comprising a first nucleic acid sequence encoding a DNA editing agent having a double strand DNA cutting activity and a second nucleic acid sequence encoding a polypeptide capable of increasing homologous recombination in a target cell.

Abstract: Kits and methods for selecting a cell harboring a genome-editing event at a target sequence of interest are disclosed. One such kit comprises: (i) a first DNA editing agent for specifically introducing a mutation into a first gene so as to generate a first selection marker which imparts resistance to a selection agent, wherein the target sequence of interest the said first gene are distinct; and (ii) the selection agent; and/or (iii) a second DNA editing agent for specifically introducing a mutation into the first gene, wherein the mutation disrupts selection marker activity of the first selection marker.

Abstract: A recombinant system for improving genome editing via homologous recombination is disclosed. The system comprising a first nucleic acid sequence encoding a DNA editing agent having a double strand DNA cutting activity and a second nucleic acid sequence encoding a polypeptide capable of increasing homologous recombination in a target cell.

Abstract: A method of treating cancer is disclosed. The method comprises administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising an agent which induces a dissociation of the 26S proteasomal complex into a 20S component and a 19S component to thereby inhibit 26S proteasomal activity, wherein the pharmaceutical agent is devoid of a chemotherapeutic agent.

Abstract: A method of treating cancer is disclosed. The method comprises administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising an agent which induces a dissociation of the 26S proteasomal complex into a 20S component and a 19S component to thereby inhibit 26S proteasomal activity, wherein the pharmaceutical agent is devoid of a chemotherapeutic agent.

Abstract: A method of treating cancer is disclosed. The method comprises administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising an agent which induces a dissociation of the 26S proteasomal complex into a 20S component and a 19S component to thereby inhibit 26S proteasomal activity, wherein the pharmaceutical agent is devoid of a chemotherapeutic agent.

Abstract: Use of agents that down-regulates an amount and/or activity of Abelson murine leukemia viral oncogene homolog 1 (c-Abl) or checkpoint kinase 1 (Chk1) in the production of a medicament for treating obesity are disclosed.

Abstract: A method of treating cancer is disclosed. The method comprises administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising an agent which induces a dissociation of the 26S proteasomal complex into a 20S component and a 19S component to thereby inhibit 26S proteasomal activity, wherein the pharmaceutical agent is devoid of a chemotherapeutic agent.

Abstract: A method of treating cancer is disclosed. The method comprises administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising an agent which induces a dissociation of the 26S proteasomal complex into a 20S component and a 19S component to thereby inhibit 26S proteasomal activity, wherein the pharmaceutical agent is devoid of a chemotherapeutic agent.

Abstract: A method of treating cancer is disclosed. The method comprises administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising an agent which induces a dissociation of the 26S proteasomal complex into a 20S component and a 19S component to thereby inhibit 26S proteasomal activity, wherein the pharmaceutical agent is devoid of a chemotherapeutic agent.

Abstract: A method of treating cancer is disclosed. The method comprises administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising an agent which induces a dissociation of the 26S proteasomal complex into a 20S component and a 19S component to thereby inhibit 26S proteasomal activity, wherein the pharmaceutical agent is devoid of a chemotherapeutic agent.

Abstract: A method of treating cancer is disclosed. The method comprises administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising an agent which induces a dissociation of the 26S proteasomal complex into a 20S component and a 19S component to thereby inhibit 26S proteasomal activity, wherein the pharmaceutical agent is devoid of a chemotherapeutic agent.

Abstract: An isolated nucleic acid, a recombinant protein encoded thereby and uses thereof. The isolated nucleic acid including (a) a polynucleotide at least 60% identical to SEQ ID NOs:1, 3, 5 or portions thereof as determined using the Bestfit procedure of the DNA sequence analysis software package developed by the Genetic Computer Group (GCG) at the university of Wisconsin (gap creation penalty—50, gap extension penalty—3); (b) a polynucleotide encoding a polypeptide being at least 60% homologous with SEQ ID NO:4 or portions thereof as determined using the Bestfit procedure of the DNA sequence analysis software package developed by the Genetic Computer Group (GCG) at the university of Wisconsin (gap creation penalty—50, gap extension penalty—3); or (c) a polynucleotide hybridizable with SEQ ID NOs:1, 3, 5 or portions thereof at 68° C. in 6×SSC, 1% SDS, 5× Denharts, 10% dextran sulfate, 100 &mgr;g/ml salmon sperm DNA, and 32p labeled probe and wash at 68° C.

Abstract: An isolated nucleic acid, a recombinant protein encoded thereby and uses thereof. The isolated nucleic acid including (a) a polynucleotide at least 60% identical to SEQ ID NOs:1, 3, 5 or portions thereof as determined using the Bestfit procedure of the DNA sequence analysis software package developed by the Genetic Computer Group (GCG) at the university of Wisconsin (gap creation penalty—50, gap extension penalty—3); (b) a polynucleotide encoding a polypeptide being at least 60% homologous with SEQ ID NOs:2, 4, 6 or portions thereof as determined using the Bestfit procedure of the DNA sequence analysis software package developed by the Genetic Computer Group (GCG) at the university of Wisconsin (gap creation penalty—50, gap extension penalty—3); or (c) a polynucleotide hybridizable with SEQ ID NOs:1, 3, 5 or portions thereof at 68° C. in 6×SSC, 1% SDS, 5× Denharts, 10% dextran sulfate, 100 &mgr;g/ml salmon sperm DNA, and 32p labeled probe and wash at 68° C.

Abstract: A method of treating disorders associated with abnormal cell proliferation in a subject in need thereof is provided. The method is effected by administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of an agent capable of inhibiting NQO1 activity.

Abstract: An isolated nucleic acid, a recombinant protein encoded thereby and uses thereof. The isolated nucleic acid including (a) a polynucleotide at least 60% identical to SEQ ID NOs:1, 3, 5 or portions thereof as determined using the Bestfit procedure of the DNA sequence analysis software package developed by the Genetic Computer Group (GCG) at the university of Wisconsin (gap creation penalty—50, gap extension penalty—3); (b) a polynucleotide encoding a polypeptide being at least 60 homologous with SEQ ID NOs:2, 4, 6 or portions thereof as determined using the Bestfit procedure of the DNA sequence analysis software package developed by the Genetic Computer Group (GCG) at the university of Wisconsin (gap creation penalty—50, gap extension penalty—3); or (c) a polynucleotide hybridizable with SEQ ID NOs:1, 3, 5 or portions thereof at 68° C. in 6×SSC, 1% SDS, 5×Denharts, 10% dextran sulfate, 100 &mgr;g/ml salmon sperm DNA, and 32p labeled probe and wash at 68° C.