Abstract:
The present invention relates to nucleic acid molecules encoding Lamin A, vectors, AAV and pharmaceutical compositions comprising said nucleic acid molecules for use in treatment of laminopathies.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a binding molecule, in particular an antibody or binding fragment thereof, capable of activating FXII, which binds to the proline rich domain of FXII. In particular, the invention is directed to FXII activating antibodies or binding fragments thereof which binds to the proline rich domain of FXII. The invention also encompasses the use of the binding molecule directed to the proline rich domain of FXII as blood coagulation activator, e.g. in diagnostic blood coagulation tests. Corresponding methods and blood coagulation test are also encompassed.
Abstract:
Medical training model having at least one blood vessel model (1) which in at least one practice region can be connected to an anatomically replicated substitute blood circulation system (2) and in which a real instrument (17) is used, further having an image recording device (3) for creating measured images of the at least one blood vessel model (1), and having an image processing device (11) which converts the recorded measured images into an imaging blood vessel representation and makes same displayable on a screen (12), wherein the image recording device (3) is designed as a photo-optical system (8) which records transmitted-light images (13) as measured images of the at least one blood vessel model (1) for simulation of medical activity, for which purpose the at least one blood vessel model (1) is replicated in a transparently produced solid-bdy block (4) for a contrast between transparent solid-body block (4) and non-transparent instrument (17).
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a non-human mammalian animal which has been modified to have in the blood, plasma and/or serum (a) an increased number of leukocytes and/or neutrophils, and (b) a reduced activity of the DNase 1 and/or DNase 1-like 3 enzymes. The non-human mammalian animal is particularly suitable for studying inflammation and/or a disease associated with inflammation. In a further aspect, the invention relates to the use of the non-human mammalian animal as a model for identifying therapeutic or diagnostic targets of inflammation and/or a disease associated with inflammation. In a still further aspect, the invention relates the use of the non-human mammalian animal as a model for drug candidate testing. In addition, a method for testing an anti-inflammatory drug candidate against extracellular DNA is provided. Finally, a method for testing an anti-inflammatory drug candidate for modifying the formation or degradation of neutrophil extracellular traps is provided. In still another aspect, the present invention relates to a non-human mammalian animal, which has been modified to have an increased number of neutrophils in blood.
Abstract:
The invention relates to novel peptides, polypeptides or proteins which bind specifically to brain cells and/or to the spinal cord. The peptides, polypeptides, or proteins can be components of a viral capsid and can be used to lead a recombinant viral vector selectively to the brain and/or spinal cord after systemic administration to a subject and to ensure tissue-specific expression of one or more transgenes there. The invention also relates to a recombinant viral vector, preferably an AAV vector, which comprises a capsid containing at least one of the claimed peptides, polypeptides, or proteins and which comprises at least one transgene packaged in the capsid. Said viral vector can be used, in particular for the therapeutic treatment of a disease or disorder of the brain and/or spinal cord. The invention further relates to cells and pharmaceutical compositions that comprise the viral vector according to the invention.
Abstract:
Synthetic thrombus model for learning the surgical removal of a blood clot from a blood vessel using mechanical thrombectomy in a simulation of various stroke scenarios in a training model, which simulates a lifelike shape with a realistic feel of a human blood clot thereby that an elongated base body based on an elastically deformable main material with a Shore A hardness in the range of 0 to 10 is provided, the property profile of which at least with respect to hardness and fragmentation is improved by providing a material combination of the main material with at least one addition of an adhesive with 5 to 40 wt.-% and/or with a reinforcing material.
Abstract:
The invention relates to inhibitors of microRNAs 19a and 19b and their use for treating or preventing conditions or diseases which are associated with bone loss, in particular osteoporosis and osteogenesis imperfect (01). The inhibitors are also useful for inducing an anabolic effect in bone, either alone or when administered in combination with parathyroid hormone or a recombinant fragment thereof. The invention further relates to inhibitors of microRNAs 19a and 19b and their use for treating or preventing conditions or diseases which are associated with reduced muscle function, in particular muscle degeneration and muscle atrophy. The inhibitors are also useful for stabilizing and/or strengthening muscle function. In addition, inhibitors of microRNAs 19a and 19b can be used for treating or preventing cancer-related bone destruction or bone metastasis.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to uses of a peptide comprising an amino acid sequence selected from the group consisting of SEQ ID NO: 1, SEQ ID NO: 2, analogs and derivatives thereof, for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The present invention further provides a method for assessing responsiveness to treatment with the peptide of the invention. In addition, the present invention relates to prognosis of ALS progression, using Akt and phosphorylated Akt as biomarkers.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a method of diagnosing primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) in a patient suspected of having PPMS. Further, the present invention relates to a method of determining the course of PPMS in a patient having PPMS. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a method of determining the severity of PPMS in a patient suspected of having PPMS. It also relates to the use of at least one metabolite for diagnosing PPMS in a patient suspected of having PPMS, for determining the course of PPMS in a patient having PPMS, or for determining the severity of PPMS in a patient suspected of having PPMS. In addition, it relates to a kit for diagnosing PPMS in a patient suspected of having PPMS, for determining the course of PPMS in a patient having PPMS, or for determining the severity of PPMS in a patient suspected of having PPMS.
Abstract:
The present invention concerns a method for classifying a disorder associated with the complement system comprising the detection of the presence of C3/C5 convertase complexes as well as Ig/C1q and MBL/MASP complexes. Moreover the invention refers to a method for determining whether a patient will be responsive to a modulator of the complements system, a method for determining the disorder course of a patient with a disorder associated with the complement system and a method for determining whether a candidate compound is suitable for the treatment of a disorder if the complement system and the respective kits.