Abstract:
Compounds and methods are provided for modulating in vitro and in vivo processes mediated by selectin binding. More specifically, selectin modulators and their use are described, wherein the selectin modulators that modulate (e.g., inhibit or enhance) a selectin-mediated function comprise particular glycomimetics alone or linked to a member of a class of compounds termed BASAs (Benzyl Amino Sulfonic Acids) or a member of a class of compounds termed BACAs (Benzyl Amino Carboxylic Acids).
Abstract:
Compounds, compositions and methods are provided for treatment of sickle cell disease or a complication associated therewith, or graft versus host disease, in an individual. More specifically, the use of particular glycomimetics for the treatment is described.
Abstract:
Compounds and methods are provided for modulating in vitro and in vivo processes mediated by selectin binding. More specifically, selectin modulators and their use are described, wherein the selectin modulators that modulate (e.g., inhibit or enhance) a selectin-mediated function comprise particular glycomimetics alone or linked to a member of a class of compounds termed BASAs (Benzyl Amino Sulfonic Acids) or a member of a class of compounds termed BACAs (Benzyl Amino Carboxylic Acids).
Abstract:
Compounds, compositions and methods are provided for treatment of diseases or complications associated therewith, in which a selectin plays a role. More specifically, particular glycomimetics and uses thereof are described. For example, use of particular glycomimetics for treating sickle cell disease or a cancer involving a selectin, or complications associated with either, is described.
Abstract:
Compounds, compositions and methods are provided for treating cancer and inflammatory diseases, and for releasing cells such as stem cells (e.g., bone marrow progenitor cells) into circulating blood and enhancing retention of the cells in the blood. More specifically, heterobifunctional compounds that inhibit both E-selectins and CXCR4 chemokine receptors are described.
Abstract:
Compounds, compositions and methods are provided for detecting or modulating in vitro and in vivo processes mediated by Siglec-8 binding. More specifically, Siglec-8 modulators and their use are described, wherein the Siglec-8 modulators that modulate a Siglec-8-mediated function comprise particular glycomimetics alone or linked to a diagnostic or therapeutic agent.
Abstract:
Compounds and methods are provided for modulating in vitro and in vivo processes mediated by selectin binding. More specifically, selectin modulators and their use are described, wherein the selectin modulators that modulate (e.g., inhibit or enhance) a selectin-mediated function comprise glycomimetics linked to a compound, for example a member of a class of compounds termed BASAs (Benzyl Amino Sulfonic Acids) or a member of a class of compounds termed BACAs (Benzyl Amino Carboxylic Acids).
Abstract:
Compounds and methods are provided for modulating in vitro and in vivo processes mediated by selectin binding. More specifically, selectin modulators and their use are described, wherein the selectin modulators that modulate (e.g., inhibit or enhance) a selectin-mediated function comprise a particular glycomimetic linked to a particular BASA (Benzyl Amino Sulfonic Acid).
Abstract:
Methods and compositions are disclosed for the inhibition of cancer metastases mediated by endothelial adhesion molecules. The present invention discloses that sialyl Lea and di-sialyl Lea, which are expressed at the surface of cancer cells, function as a binding partner for LEC-CAMs, such as ELAM-1, which are expressed at the surface of endothelial cells. The present invention also discloses that LEC-CAMs, such as ELAM-1, involved in cancer metastasis share a carbohydrate domain common to both sialyl Lea and sialyl Lex. Antibodies, saccharides, glycoconjugates, enzyme inhibitors and other compounds may be used in the methods of the present invention to inhibit the binding of malignant cells to endothelial cells for a variety of purposes in vivo and in vitro.
Abstract:
Novel methods and compositions are provided for modulating homing of leukocytes, particularly lympho-cytes, where the compounds are cross-reactive with Neu5Ac2-3Gal&bgr;1-X[Fuc&agr;1-y]GlcNAc, where one of x and y is three and the other is four. These compounds may be administered to a host associated with inflammation, to avoid the deleterious effects of leukocyte infiltration and for directing molecules to such sites.