Glutamic acid decarboxylase (GAD) chimera and methods of use

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8071563
APP PUB NO 20090233994A1
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12409837

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The invention relates to a novel Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase (GAD). More specifically, novel DNA and protein sequences relating to GAD. Additionally, the invention discloses a novel composition and related methods for treating neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, epilepsy, and the like, using viral and non-viral delivery systems that deliver therapeutic agents to specific regions of the brain. More specifically, using an adeno-associated viral vector to deliver a nucleotide sequence encoding a novel glutamic acid decarboxylase (GAD) to specific regions of the brain that are over stimulated or disinhibited in various diseases, including neurodegenerative diseases.

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VECTOR NEUROSCIENCES INC62 N LIVINGSTON AVENUE LIVINGSTON NJ 07039

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Bland, Ross Bronx, US 3 1
Fitzsimons, Helen Bronx, US 3 1

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