Abstract: The present invention relates to FGFR4 antibodies including fragments or derivatives thereof and the polynucleotides encoding the antibodies. Expression vectors and host cells comprising the polynucleotides are provided. Further, the invention refers to pharmaceutical compositions comprising the FGFR4 antibodies and methods for the treatment, prevention or diagnosis of disorders associated with FGFR4 expression.

Abstract: The application describes an antibody purification method comprising multiple chromatographic steps wherein the low pH eluate from a protein A chromatography is further purified without the need of substantial pH adjustment.

Abstract: Provided herein are antibodies and antigen-binding antibody fragments that bind to human soluble Growth Stimulation-Expressed Gene 2 (ST2) protein, kits containing these antibodies and antibody fragments, and methods of using these antibodies and antibody fragments.

Abstract: Provided herein are compositions comprising anti-HLA-Ib antibodies as IVIg mimetics and methods for using the same for the prevention, treatment, therapy and/or amelioration of inflammation induced diseases and allograft rejection. In certain embodiments, the anti-HLA-Ib antibodies (monoclonal antibodies or mixed monoclonal antibodies, recombinant or chimeric or humanized or human antibodies) strongly mimic IVIg in immunoreactivity to HLA class Ia (HLA-A, HLA-B and HLA-Cw) and Ib antigens (HLA-E, HLA-F and HLA-G). In certain embodiments, the anti-HLA-Ib antibodies (monoclonal or mixed monoclonal antibodies; recombinant, chimeric, humanized or human antibodies) strongly mimic IVIg in immunomodulatory or immunosuppressive activities.

Abstract: One embodiment of the disclosure provides an amino sequence of an anti-human transferrin receptor antibody, including: an amino sequence of a heavy chain variable region which is represented by SEQ ID NO.: 1 or SEQ ID NO.: 2, wherein the anti-human transferrin receptor antibody is capable of specifically binding to a human transferrin receptor.

Abstract: Anti-CD22 antibodies and immunoconjugates thereof are provided. Methods of using anti-CD22 antibodies and immunoconjugates thereof are provided.

Abstract: An anti-human epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) antibody including an amino acid sequence as set forth in SEQ ID No. 3 is provided. The antibody binding to a labeling agent and used for labeling cells is also provided. A novel method for screening an anti-EGFR antibody is further provided.

Abstract: The invention provides methods, compositions, and kits featuring a camelid-derived antibody for use in preventing or inhibiting a viral infection.

Abstract: An objective of the present invention is to provide an antifreeze protein which is capable of being efficiently produced on an industrial level at low cost and which is safe and has an excellent antifreezing activity for use on a practical level. Also, an objective of the present invention is to provide a polypeptide that corresponds to the active part of the antifreeze protein; a composition, a food, a biological sample protectant and a cosmetic containing the antifreeze protein or the polypeptide; and an antibody that specifically reacts with the antifreeze protein or the polypeptide. The antifreeze protein according to the present invention is characterized in being derived from a plant and having a specific amino acid sequence or being a plant seed protein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for the diagnostic and the staging of cancer such as liver cancer. The present invention also relates to methods for the treatment of cancer including liver cancer such as hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).

Abstract: A biological substance which can enhance the proliferation and differentiation of cells; a method for evaluating the proliferation and differentiation of cells, which targets the biological substance; a composition for detecting the proliferation and differentiation of cells, which contains a molecule capable of binding to the biological substance; and a composition for enhancing the proliferation and differentiation of cells, which contains the biological substance. A part of a sulfated polysaccharide secreted from cells binds to a growth factor during the course of the proliferation and differentiation of the cells, that the amount of the sulfated polysaccharide capable of the above-mentioned binding and secreted from the cells correlates strongly with the progression of the proliferation and differentiation of the cells, and that the proliferation and differentiation of cells can be evaluated and the proliferation and differentiation of cells can be enhanced utilizing the sulfated polysaccharide.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of plant breeding and aphid resistance. More specifically, the invention includes a method for breeding soybean plants containing quantitative trait loci that are associated with resistance to aphids, Aphis glycines. The invention further includes method for monitoring the introgression quantitative trait loci (QTL) conferring aphid resistance into elite germplasm in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present application relates to the field of cancer. Surprisingly, it was shown that the Fragile X mental retardation gene (Fmr1) products such as the FMRP protein, primarily implicated in mental retardation, are upregulated in metastasizing tumours. It is shown how Fmr1 gene products can be used as a marker for cancer metastasis and how inhibition of these gene products may help prevent or reduce metastasis.

Abstract: The invention herein comprises amyloid beta-derived diffusible ligands (ADDLs), compositions comprising ADDLs, ADDL-surrogates, ADDL-binding molecules, and methods of using any of the foregoing compounds and compositions. ADDLs comprise amyloid ? protein assembled into soluble, globular, non-fibrillar, oligomeric structures capable of activating specific cellular processes. The invention also comprises methods of generating ADDL-specific antibodies and methods of using ADDL-specific antibodies for assaying the formation, presence, receptor protein binding and cellular activity of ADDLs, as well as using such antibodies to detect compounds that block the formation or activity of ADDLs, and methods of identifying such compounds. The invention further provides methods of using ADDL-specific antibodies in modulating ADDL formation and/or activity, inter alia in the treatment of learning and/or memory disorders.

Abstract: Disclosed are immunological compositions and methods for reducing activity of glucagon signaling using antibodies against glucagon receptor.

Abstract: A phage-displayed library of llama single heavy domain antibodies (sdAbs) was enriched for species that selectively bind to and are internalized by human cerebromicrovascular endothelial cells (HCEC). From the enriched library, two sdAbs were selected, sequenced, subcloned, and expressed as fusion proteins with c-myc-His5 tags (His5 is SEQ ID NO:101). Similarly as phage-displayed sdAbs, these soluble tagged sdAbs were shown to selectively bind to HCEC and to transmigrate across in vitro human blood-brain barrier (BBB) model. In contrast to an unrelated llama sdAb, these sdAbs were also detected in the brain after i.v. injection into mice. These small (˜13 kDa) antibody fragments have essential characteristics of brain-specific delivery vectors and can be used to facilitate drug transport across the BBB.

Abstract: Toll Like Receptor 3 (TLR3) antibody antagonists, polynucleotides encoding TLR3 antibody antagonists or fragments thereof, and methods of making and using the foregoing are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides monoclonal anti-mesothelin antibodies and antibody fragments and methods for their use. The antibodies can be completely human.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an inhibitor protein of the wnt signal path, a DNA encoding such a protein and a process for the preparation of such a protein. In addition, this invention concerns the use of the DNA and the protein as well as antibodies directed against the protein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to oligonucleotide probes, for use in assessing gene transcript levels in a cell, which may be used in analytical techniques, particularly diagnosis techniques and kits containing the same.

Abstract: Antibody molecules that specifically bind to one or more isoforms expressed and/or associated with oncogenic phenotypes in a hyperproliferative cell (e.g., a cancerous or tumor cell) are disclosed. The isoform-binding antibody molecules can be used to treat, prevent and/or diagnose cancerous conditions and/or disorders. Methods of using the isoform-binding molecules to selectively detect oncogenic isoforms, to reduce the activity and/or induce the killing of a hyperproliferative cell expressing an oncogenic isoform in vitro, ex vivo or in vivo are also disclosed. Diagnostic and/or screening methods and kits for evaluating the function or expression of an oncogenic isoform are also disclosed.

Abstract: The Invention relates to an ex vivo method of diagnosing or predicting a hereditary spastic paraplegias (HSP), in a subject, which method comprises detecting a mutation in the ZFYVE26 gene or protein (spastizin), wherein said mutation is indicative of a hereditary spastic paraplegias (HSP).

Abstract: Novel conjugates and immunogens derived from risperidone and antibodies generated by these immunogens are useful in immunoassays for the quantification and monitoring of risperidone and paliperidone in biological fluids.

Abstract: The object of the present invention is to provide a method for detecting gastric cancer, and a kit for detecting gastric cancer. The object can be solved by a method for detecting gastric cancer characterized by analyzing ?1,4-N-acetylgalactosamine transferase 1. According to the present invention, gastric cancer patients can be detected at high rates, even early stage gastric cancer patients without a subjective symptom.

Abstract: The invention relates to a system and method for the stable storage of sensitive biological or chemical target substance, in a bound form on certain capture media. The method comprised providing a sample containing the target substance in a suitable buffer; combining the sample with a capture media to effect reversible binding of the target substance to the capture media; and storing the capture media with the target substance at between about ?20 and 20° C.; and recovering the target substance from the capture media. The target substance recovered maintains the desired activity. Also provides are methods for reducing aggregates in the sensitive biological or chemical target substance.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods relating to or derived from antigen binding proteins and antigen binding protein-FGF21 fusions that specifically bind to ?-Klotho, or ?-Klotho and one or more of FGFR1c, FGFR2c, FGFR3c, and FGFR4. In some embodiments the antigen binding proteins and antigen binding protein-FGF21 fusions induce FGF21-like signaling. In some embodiments, an antigen binding protein or antigen binding protein-FGF21 fusion antigen binding component is a fully human, humanized, or chimeric antibody, binding fragments and derivatives of such antibodies, and polypeptides that specifically bind to ?-Klotho, or ?-Klotho and one or more of FGFR1c, FGFR2c, FGFR3c, and FGFR4.

Abstract: The invention relates to the field of immunologically reactive molecules used to improve implantable medical devices. Immobilization of selected antibody molecules onto the surface of medical implants enable localization and concentration of in vivo growth factors in a timely manner to enhance the wound healing process following implantation of the device. When in vivo BMP-2 growth factor was captured on an implant device by attached monoclonal antibodies, the biological activity of BMP-2 was enhanced in the vicinity of the implant device. BMP-2 growth factor-specific antibody molecules or their fragments when immobilized on titanium dental or orthopedic implants improve osseo-integration.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a Co-029 inhibitor for inhibiting the migration of cancer cells which express Co-029. The disclosure relates to a Co-029 inhibitor for the treatment of cancer and/or the prevention of cancer metastasis and pharmaceutical compositions comprising said inhibitor and provides Co-029 antibodies. The disclosure provides a method for predicting the response of a patient afflicted with or susceptible to be afflicted with cancer to a medical treatment with a Co-029 inhibitor, a method for diagnosing a cancer in a patient and a method for predicting the survival in a cancer patient.

Abstract: The present application relates to new binder-drug conjugates (ADCs) of N,N-dialkylauristatins that are directed against the target mesothelin, to active metabolites of these ADCs, to processes for preparing these ADCs, to the use of these ADCs for treating and/or preventing illnesses, and also to the use of these ADCs for producing medicaments for treating and/or preventing illnesses, more particularly hyperproliferative and/or angiogenic diseases such as, for example, cancer diseases. Such treatments may be practised as a monotherapy or else in combination with other medicaments or further therapeutic measures.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel antibodies capable of binding specifically to the human insulin-like growth factor I receptor (IGF-IR). The invention likewise comprises the use of these antibodies as a medicament for the prophylactic and/or therapeutic treatment of cancers overexpressing IGF-IR, stimulated either by IGF1 and/or IGF2, or any pathology connected with the overexpression of said receptor as well as in processes or kits for diagnosis of illnesses connected with the overexpression of the IGF-IR and/or the IGF-I/Insulin hybrid receptor.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an anti-human ?9 integrin antibody. More particularly, the present invention relates to: a monoclonal antibody, a chimeric antibody, a humanized antibody and a human antibody that specifically recognize human ?9 integrin; a hybridoma cell that produces the monoclonal antibody; a method for producing the monoclonal antibody; a method for producing the hybridoma cell; a therapeutic agent comprising the anti-human ?9 integrin antibody; a diagnostic agent comprising the human ?9 integrin antibody; and a method for screening for a compound that inhibits the activity of human ?9 integrin.

Abstract: Novel conjugates and immunogens derived from lenalidomide and antibodies generated by these immunogens are useful in immunoassays for the quantification and monitoring of thalidomide and lenalidomide in biological fluids.

Abstract: The present invention provides for methods of producing human monoclonal antibodies to human nucleolin, cells producing such antibodies, and the antibodies themselves. Also provided are methods of using the antibodies in diagnosing and treating malignant and non-malignant diseases wherein cells that express nucleolin on the cell surface contribute to the pathophysi-ology of the disease.

Abstract: Fully human antibodies against a specific antigen can be prepared by administering the antigen to a transgenic animal which has been modified to produce such antibodies in response to antigenic challenge, but whose endogenous loci have been disabled. Various subsequent manipulations can be performed to obtain either antibodies per se or analogs thereof.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to find a protein expressed in a variety of cells and functioning as a receptor for herpesvirus and provide a preventive or remedy for herpesvirus infections capable of inhibiting binding of the receptor to herpesvirus and thereby preventing entry of the virus to cells. The present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition for preventing or treating herpesvirus infections, which composition contains a substance inhibiting the binding of glycoprotein B to a non-muscle myosin heavy chain IIA or a non-muscle myosin heavy chain.

Abstract: The invention provides anti-NRP1 antibodies and methods of using the same.

Abstract: Disclosed are antibodies that bind amyloid beta-derived diffusible ligands, also known as ADDLs. The antibodies are selective for ADDLs, can penetrate the brain, and are useful in methods of detecting ADDLs and diagnosing Alzheimer's disease. The antibodies also block binding of ADDLs to neurons, assembly of ADDLS, and tau phosphorylation and are there useful in methods for the preventing and treating diseases associated with ADDLs.

Abstract: The present invention relates to antibodies specific for human Beclin-1 protein phosphorylated at position Thr 119 and uses thereof. In particular, these antibodies are useful in diagnosing diseases associated with impaired autophagy including cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. The invention further relates to human Beclin-1 mutated at position 119 with a phospho-mimicking residue and uses thereof for treating cancer and neurodegenerative diseases.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for characterizing, diagnosing, and treating cancer. In particular the invention provides the means and methods for the diagnosis, characterization, prognosis and treatment of cancer and specifically targeting cancer stem cells. The present invention provides an antibody that specifically binds to a non-ligand binding membrane proximal region of the extracellular domain of a human Notch receptor and inhibits tumor growth. The present invention further provides a method of treating cancer, the method comprising administering a therapeutically effective amount of an antibody that specifically binds to a non-ligand binding membrane proximal region of the extracellular domain of a human Notch receptor protein and inhibits tumor growth.

Abstract: Disclosed are a method of treating or preventing a disorder in a mammal comprising administering to the mammal an adenosine receptor agonist or an adenosine receptor antagonist, either alone or in combination, in an amount effective to treat or prevent medial vascular or joint capsule calcification. Disclosed are methods of detecting or diagnosing a vascular or joint capsule calcification disorder, as well as a nucleic acid comprising a mutation in one or more exons of human NT5E selected from the group consisting of Exon 3, Exon 5, and Exon 9.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions, antibodies, and methods for binding intracellular antigens.

Abstract: The disclosure provides, among other aspects, neutralizing antibodies and portions thereof that bind to ActRIIB and uses for same.

Abstract: EphB3-specific antibodies are provided, along with pharmaceutical compositions containing such antibody, kits containing a pharmaceutical composition, and methods of preventing and treating an EphB3-related disease or disorder.

Abstract: The invention provides SPARC binding antibodies that target disease sites, in particular, tumors and uses thereof to diagnose and treat diseases, in particular, cancerous tumors.

Abstract: This invention relates to drug screening using mammalian repulsive guidance molecules and mammalian Neogenin. In addition, the invention provides for methods of preventing, alleviating or treating various disorders of the nervous system, angiogenic disorders or disorders of the cardio-vascular system and malignancies of different etiology by disrupting the interaction between RGM and Neogenin.

Abstract: The present invention provides improved methods for the manufacturing of IVIG products. These methods offer various advantages such as reduced loss of IgG during purification and improved quality of final products. In other aspects, the present invention provides aqueous and pharmaceutical compositions suitable for intravenous, subcutaneous, and/or intramuscular administration. In yet other embodiments, the present invention provides methods of treating a disease or condition comprising administration of an IgG composition provided herein.

Abstract: The present invention provides an antibody which has the following features, its active fragment, or a derivative thereof: a) It specifically binds to human platelet membrane glycoprotein VI (GPVI); b) The function to activate a platelet and/or the function to induce a thrombocytopenia in vivo are low; and c) It at least partially depletes GPVI on the platelet membrane by contacting with a platelet.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the treatment of an EGFR-associated tumor comprising administration, to an individual in need thereof, of an anti-EGFR antibody in combination with radiotherapy and a radiosensitising agent. In one embodiment, the treatment further comprises administration of a chemotherapeutic agent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to RSPO-binding agents and methods of using the agents for treating diseases such as cancer. The present invention provides antibodies that specifically bind human RSPO proteins and modulate ?-catenin activity. The present invention further provides methods of using agents that modulate the activity of RSPO proteins, such as antibodies that specifically bind RSPO1, RSPO2, and/or RSPO3 and inhibit tumor growth. Also described are methods of treating cancer comprising administering a therapeutically effect amount of an agent or antibody of the present invention to a patient having a tumor or cancer.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods for treating neurological disorders, generally involving modulating protein kinase D1 (PKD1) activity levels in a neuron or glial cell in an individual in need thereof. The present disclosure provides antibodies specific for PKD1. The present disclosure provides a genetically modified non-human mammal deficient in PKD1 activity.