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Isis Highlights New Data on Antisense Drugs to Treat Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity at ADA Scientific Sessions

... demonstrating that antisense reduction of retinal binding protein 4 (RBP4) caused significant improvements ... Antisense Inhibition of cAMP Response Element binding Protein (CREB) Expression Lowers Plasma ... Knockdown of Carbohydrate Response Element binding Protein (ChREBP) in Liver Protects Against ...

YM BIOSCIENCES ANNOUNCES NIMOTUZUMAB PRESENTATIONS TO BE MADE AT THE 100TH ANNUAL MEETING OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR CANCER RESEARCH AND EUROPEAN SOCIETY FOR MEDICAL ONCOLOGY

... "The data we present show the monovalent binding to normal cells of other antibodies confirming ... normal cells because it is capable of monovalent binding to very low expressions of EGFR whereas nimotuzumab's monovalent binding is transient. It is this transient ...

Intellect Neurosciences, Inc. Announces Independent Studies on Copper Binding Properties of its Lead Candidate OXIGON(TM)

... such as Parkinson's disease, where metal binding is believed to induce the pathological aggregation of proteins. The discovery regarding the metal binding properties of OXIGON(TM) was reported by ... interested to learn that OXIGON(TM) has metal binding properties." Dr. Chain added: "These data fit ...

deCODE Files IND for DG071, a Novel PDE4 Modulator Being Developed for Alzheimer's and Other Cognitive Disorders

... side effects were closely correlated with the binding of these molecules in the PDE4 enzymatic active ... the deCODE chemistry team to identify a novel binding site for allosteric modulators in the PDE4 regulatory domain. binding of an allosteric modulator at that site ...

Genmab A/S - Company Announcement: Novel Insights into HuMax-EGFr Mechanisms of Action Published in PNAS

... EGFr is central to its role in signaling, and binding of HuMax-EGFr (zalutumumab) results in effective ... EGFr is central to its role in signaling, and binding of HuMax-EGFr (zalutumumab) results in effective ... activity known as ADCC, block growth factor binding to EGF receptors, and we now established that ...

Shire Strives to Increase Adherence Among Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5 Patients

... to develop individualized plans is the phosphate binding ratio (PBR). PBR signifies the number of grams ... lanthanum, which has a high PBR. In addition, the binding power of FOSRENOL, in vitro, was not ... has a high affinity for phosphate and works by binding to dietary phosphorus in the gastrointestinal ...

Medivation Announces Positive New Efficacy Data From Phase 1-2 Trial of MDV3100 in Advanced Prostate Cancer Patients

... MDV3100: blocks the androgen receptor with greater binding affinity than bicalutamide; impairs nuclear translocation and blocks DNA binding of the androgen receptor, one of the key steps required for ...

RAPAFLO(TM) (silodosin) Provides Rapid and Sustained Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Symptom Relief in as Little as Three Days

... receptor antagonist. RAPAFLO(TM) maximizes target organ activity by binding with high affinity to the alpha (1A) receptors concentrated in the ... and results in improved urine flow and a reduction in BPH symptoms. The binding affinity for the alpha (1B) receptors that cause smooth muscle in ...

Data Presented at AACR Annual Meeting Show Anti-Tumor Activity of Peregrine's Fully Human Anti-PS Antibody in Prostate Cancer Model

... endothelium), creating a specific target for anti-cancer treatments. By binding to PS, the antibodies are believed to help mobilize the body's immune ... the availability of anti-PS antibodies that vary in their mode of binding or in their specific immunomodulatory activity broadens the potential ...

Medarex Announces Preclinical Data from Multiple Research Programs Demonstrating Anti-Tumor Activity in Cancer

... MDX-1338, a fully human anti-CXCR4 antibody, effectively blocked the binding of CXCR4 to its ligand, CXCL12, thereby inhibiting chemotaxis and ... models. The critical role of cleavable linkers for minor groove binding alkylating agent (MGBA) based antibody-drug conjugates (Abstract #1722) ...

Studies Presented at AACR Annual Meeting Highlight Multiple Immunomodulatory Mechanisms of Peregrine's PS-Targeting Antibodies

... several promising antibodies in preclinical evaluation that vary in their binding profile and in their specific immunomodulatory activity. The unique ... of tumors, creating a specific target for anti-cancer treatments. By binding to PS, bavituximab is believed to help mobilize the body's immune system ...

AACR Data Highlights InNexus Preclinical Antibody Candidate

... - Additional Presentations Underscore Potency, binding Capabilities for Antibody Pipeline And Novel Technologies - ... and " Oxidative Modification Of An Anti-CD20 Antibody Imparts Autophilic binding Kinetics ", (AACR# 1230). Posters and company representatives will also ...

Cardium Reports on Applicability of Corgentin to Stem Cell Therapies: Independent Studies Indicate that Ad5IGF-1 Potentiates Stem Cells to Improve Cardiac Function After Heart Attack

... into the body, tend to loose certain capabilities required for effective binding and retention within injured heart tissue such as that occurring after a ... be substantially improved through a targeting mechanism that involves the binding of the CXC chemokine receptor 4 (found on these stem cells in the bone ...

Micromet Key Events for 2009

... a first clinical phase 1 trial in mid 2009; -- MT228, a glycolipid binding human antibody in development by Eisai for the treatment of melanoma, is ... cannot engage T cells because T cells lack the appropriate receptors for binding antibodies. Previous attempts have shown the potential of T cells to treat ...

AEterna Zentaris Reaches 2nd Stage of Patient Recruitment for Phase 2 Trial in Ovarian Cancer with the Innovative LHRH Receptor Targeted Conjugate, AEZS-108

... agent, doxorubicin. The design of this product allows for the specific binding and selective uptake of the cytotoxic conjugate by LHRH-receptor-positive ... these receptors, results in its accumulation in the malignant tissue. This binding is followed by internalization and retention of the cytotoxic ...

Amicus Therapeutics Announces Successful Completion of End of Phase 2 Meeting With FDA for Amigal in Fabry Disease

... system, and skin. Amigal, a pharmacological chaperone, acts by selectively binding to the misfolded enzyme responsible for Fabry disease, alpha-GAL. After binding to the enzyme, Amigal promotes the proper folding, processing, and ...

BRIDION(R) (sugammadex) Injection - First and Only Selective Relaxant Binding Agent - Approved in European Union

... BRIDION(R) (sugammadex) injection, the first and only selective relaxant binding agent (SRBA) and the first major pharmaceutical advance in the field of ... BRIDION (sugammadex) BRIDION, the first and only selective relaxant binding agent (SRBA), is the first major pharmaceutical advance in the field of ...

European Union's CHMP Issues Positive Opinion on Sugammadex

... approval, sugammadex will be the first and only selective relaxant binding agent (SRBA) and will enable anesthesiologists to rapidly and predictably ... group. About sugammadex Sugammadex is a novel selective reversal binding agent (SRBA) under development by Schering-Plough Corporation. It will ...

Insmed Provides Update on Follow-On Biologics and IPLEX(TM) Programs

... human insulin-like growth factor-I (rhIGF-I) and its predominant binding protein IGFBP-3 (rhIGFBP-3). The drug, approved in the United States in ... human insulin-like growth factor-I (rhIGF-I) and its predominant binding protein IGFBP-3 (rhIGFBP-3). The drug is also being investigated for ...

Protein Tomography(TM) Reveals Molecular Mode of Action of Humax-EGFr Published in PNAS

... most promising monoclonal antibodies/projects and to locate the antibody binding epitope. "These results clearly show the importance of understanding ... the most promising therapeutic antibody and to locate the antibody binding epitope. For more information, please contact: Mr.Hans Johansson, CEO ...

FDA Advisory Committee Unanimously Recommends U.S. Approval of Sugammadex, the First and Only Selective Relaxant Binding Agent

... FDA approval, sugammadex will be the first and only selective relaxant binding agent (SRBA) and will give anesthesiologists the ability to rapidly and ... 19, 2007. About Sugammadex Sugammadex is a novel selective relaxant binding agent (SRBA) under development by Organon, a part of Schering-Plough ...

Watson Announces Silodosin NDA Accepted for Filing by FDA for the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

... improvement in urine flow and a reduction in BPH symptoms. The selective binding of silodosin to the alpha (1A) receptors is substantially greater than the binding to the cardiovascular-associated alpha (1B) receptors and thereby ...

New Data Confirms That a Selective, Fully Human Anti-VEGF Antibody Being Developed by Peregrine is as Effective as Avastin(R) in Preclinical Cancer Models

... endothelial growth factor (VEGF). R84 selectively blocks VEGF from binding only to VEGF receptor 2 (VEGFR2), while non-selective agents such as ... VEGF-induced angiogenesis in tumor tissue. Dr. Brekken commented, "VEGF binding to VEGFR2 on blood vessels is a primary driver in promoting the ...

Genaera Corporation Presents Preclinical Trodusquemine (MSI-1436) Data at the North American Association for the Study of Obesity Annual Meeting

... not inhibit the activities of DDP-IV, TC-PTP or SHP-2 nor inhibit ligand binding to the CB1 or 5HT2C receptors. Additional in vitro testing demonstrated ... is a reversible, allosteric, noncompetitive inhibitor of PTP-1B, binding to a site different from the catalytic site of PTP-1B. Data also ...

ActiveSight and CHDI Leverage Fragment-Based Lead Discovery for Huntington Disease Therapies

... Lead Discovery (FBLD) Project with CHDI, Inc. FBLD involves the binding of small compounds, "fragments," to the active sites of protein drug ... into larger, drug-like compounds that are thought to be more efficiently binding than compounds resulting from HTS methodologies. Several compounds based ...

Kosan Receives Completed Special Protocol Assessment for TIME-1 Pivotal Phase 3 Trial of Tanespimycin in Multiple Myeloma

... (Nasdaq: KOSN ) today announced that it has successfully reached a binding agreement with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on the design ... the absence of these developments, "completion of a SPA with FDA provides binding agreement relative to design and analysis of key Phase 3 trial(s) such ...

FDA Issues Complete Response Letter for INTUNIV(TM) (guanfacine) Extended Release for the Treatment of ADHD in Children and Adolescents

... substance and has no known potential for abuse or dependence. Guanfacine, the active ingredient in INTUNIV, is thought to work directly by binding selectively to alpha-2A adrenergic receptors located in the prefrontal cortex - an area of the brain that has been linked to ADHD.(4-6) Stimulation ...

National Cancer Institute Research Identifies Unique Mechanism of Brostallicin's Anti-Tumor Effectiveness

... tumors. Brostallicin was shown to affect DNA in both dividing and quiescent cells. Its actions can be followed by induction of a specific DNA binding protein foci that can be detected in circulating blood cells. Importantly, brostallicin was active in a trabectedin-resistant cell line. ...

Mayo Clinic Proceedings: A Comprehensive Review of Addiction to Prescription Painkillers Among Patients and Physicians

... Opportunities and Challenges." It summarizes the recent increased interest in this drug category. Opioid medications are chemicals that work by binding to specific receptors, particularly in the nervous system and gastrointestinal tract; decrease perception of pain and reaction to pain; and increase ...

Neuroscience Researcher Has Positive Message for International Alzheimer's Awareness Week, July 6 - 12: 'Even Though World Economy is Declining, Alzheimer's Research is Advancing'

... poor memory to consume a supplement (Prevagen(R), www.prevagen.com ) containing a protein found in jellyfish that buffers calcium by binding to it," says Underwood. "After 90 days, 63% of the volunteers reported less forgetfulness, 81% reported they required fewer reminders to ...

Vantia Therapeutics' Lead Candidate VA106483 Demonstrates Positive Anti-diuretic Effect in Phase IIa Trial in Nocturia

... estimated at more than US$500 million. VA106483 is a novel small molecule drug candidate that exerts its effect directly in the kidney by binding to vasopressin (V2) receptors, which regulate water balance. It was discovered by Vantia from its extensive drug candidate library. The ...

Pixantrone in Combination with Chemotherapy Regimens Produces Overall Response Rates of 58-74% with Complete Remission Rates of 37-57% in Relapsed/Refractory Aggressive or Indolent NHL

... over standard anthracyclines and the rational design modifications to the chemical compound believed to be responsible for enhanced DNA damage and binding to topoisomerase II enzyme, a key target for anthracycline mediated tumor death. These modifications are also hypothesized by the authors to underlie ...

Peregrine Pharmaceuticals Highlights Promising Early Data From Its Three Phase II Bavituximab Cancer Trials

... signaling, with recent research showing that exposed PS can have an immunosuppressive effect and dampen the body's normal response to cancer. By binding to and blocking PS, bavituximab is believed to boost the body's ability to combat cancer via this second immunostimulatory mechanism. Further ...

Semafore's SF1126, a Vascular Targeted Pan-PI3K/mTOR Inhibitor, Is Well Tolerated and Demonstrates Activity in Phase I Solid Tumor Patients

... including mTORC1/2, DNA-PK, PLK-1, CK2, ATM and PIM-1. SF1126 is designed to inhibit both angiogenesis and cell proliferation by targeting and binding to integrins that are expressed on the surface of new tumor vasculature and within the tumor compartment. In preclinical xenograft models ...

Ascenta Therapeutics Announces Multiple Presentations on AT-101 at 2009 ASCO Annual Meeting

... been shown to induce apoptosis directly by operating as a BH3 mimetic and indirectly as an independent upregulator of Noxa and Puma. By blocking the binding of Bcl-2 family members with proapoptotic proteins and upregulating specific proapoptotic factors, AT-101 lowers the threshold for cancer cells to ...

Human Genome Sciences Submits Biologics License Application to FDA for ABthrax(TM)

... on cell surfaces and forms a protein-receptor complex that makes it possible for the anthrax toxins to enter the cells. Raxibacumab blocks the binding of protective antigen to cell surfaces and prevents the anthrax toxins from entering and killing the cells. ABOUT HUMAN GENOME SCIENCES ...

Clinical Data on Semafore's SF1126, a Vascular Targeted Pan-PI3K/mTOR Inhibitor, to be Presented at the 2009 ASCO Meeting

... including mTORC1/2, DNA-PK, PLK-1, CK2, ATM and PIM-1. SF1126 is designed to inhibit both angiogenesis and cell proliferation by targeting and binding to specific integrins that are expressed on the surface of new tumor vasculature and within the tumor compartment. In preclinical xenograft ...

Shire Announces Study Results of the Effects of INTUNIV(TM) (Guanfacine) Extended Release on Secondary Measures in Children with ADHD and Oppositional Symptoms

... substance and has no known mechanism for abuse or dependence. Guanfacine, the active ingredient in INTUNIV, is thought to work directly by binding selectively to alpha-2A adrenergic receptors located in the prefrontal cortex. The prefrontal cortex is an area of the brain associated with working ...

Glivec(R) is the First Adjuvant Treatment Approved in the UK to Delay Return of Gastrointestinal Cancer After Surgery

... Glivec in GIST Glivec is a type of treatment called a tyrosine kinase inhibitor.(13) It works in GIST by targeting the KIT protein, binding to it and preventing it from sending continuous signals to the cancer cells to grow and divide.(14) Glivec has been available to treat people with ...

Peregrine Pharmaceuticals Completes Patient Enrollment in its Phase II Trial of Bavituximab Plus Docetaxel in Breast Cancer Patients

... which becomes exposed on the outside of the cells that line the blood vessels of tumors, creating a specific target for anti-cancer treatments. By binding to PS, bavituximab is believed to help mobilize the body's immune system to destroy the tumor and the tumor blood vessels. Bavituximab currently is ...
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