Abstract:
Disclosed is a hybrid recombinant protein consisting of human interferon, preferably interferon-.alpha. (IFN.alpha.), and human immunoglobulin Fc fragment, preferably .gamma.4 chain, joined by a peptide linker comprising the sequence Gly Gly Ser Gly Gly Ser Gly Gly Gly Gly Ser Gly Gly Gly Gly Ser (SEQ ID NO:1).
Abstract translation:公开了由人干扰素,优选干扰素-α(IFNα)和人免疫球蛋白Fc片段(优选γ4链)组成的杂交重组蛋白,其通过包含序列Gly Gly Ser Gly Gly Ser Gly Gly Gly Gly Ser Gly Gly Gly Gly Ser(SEQ ID NO:1)。
Abstract:
Disclosed is a method of swiftly identifying by touch or sight (including in low light) different keys in a set. Different keys are tagged with protrusions from their surface, and identifiers for different keys may differ in the total number of protrusions (which can vary in arrangement patterns in accordance with the number of protrusions), the shapes of the protrusions, and/or the color of the protrusions. The protrusions are fluorescent to allow identification in low light or dark. The set of protrusions for each key can be adhered to the key by placing them on one side of a support strip, which is coated with adhesive on the other side.
Abstract:
Several forms of immunoregulatory substances are derived from monoclonal antibodies (MAbs) that are specific for a T or B cell surface antigen, such as CD3, TCR, CD4, or CD8 on T cells or membrane-bound immunoglobulins on B cells. The substances include: a mixture of F(ab').sub.2 fragments (or other divalent binding molecules which lack Fc) which each bind noncompetitively to different monovalent antigenic epitopes on the same antigen; the F(ab').sub.2 fragment (or other divalent binding molecules which lack Fc) of a bispecific antibody which has each of its binding sites derived from one of the two MAbs that bind noncompetitively to monovalent antigenic epitopes on the same antigen; a conjugate including a polymeric backbone, such as polyethylene glycol ("PEG"), cellulose, dextran, agarose, or an amino acid copolymer or a liposome, that is coupled with the binding molecules, e.g., Fv, Fab, or F(ab').sub.2, which bind noncompetitively to monovalent antigenic epitopes on the same antigen.
Abstract:
Disclosed is a method of swiftly identifying by touch or sight (including in low light) different keys in a set. Different keys are tagged with protrusions from their surface, and identifiers for different keys may differ in the total number of protrusions (which can vary in arrangement patterns in accordance with the number of protrusions), the shapes of the protrusions, and/or the color of the protrusions. The protrusions are fluorescent to allow identification in low light or dark. The set of protrusions for each key can be adhered to the key by placing them on one side of a support strip, which is coated with adhesive on the other side.
Abstract:
Disclosed is a method of using bifunctional binding molecules, such as two linked VH-VL single chain binding molecules, to recruit a therapeutic agent to a solid tissue site. The therapeutic agent is administered separately from the binding molecules and following the administration of a remover substance which aids in clearing free binding molecules in the circulation. In the preferred mode of the invention, the binding molecules have one specificity for antigens at the target site and one for the therapeutic agent. The binding molecules are administered and allowed time to approach a maximum concentration in the extravascular space. A remover substance, preferably a liposome conjugated with antibodies which are reactive with an antigenic epitope on the binding molecules, is then administered to remove excess binding molecules from the circulation and the extravascular space. A therapeutic agent, preferably a cytotoxic drug such as ricin A chain modified so as to enable it to enter the target cells once delivered to the target site, is then administered.
Abstract:
A particular epitope located within the CD4-binding region of gpl20 of HIV-1, and antibodies specific for the epitope which can inhibit HIV-1 infection of human cells by diverse strains and isolates of the virus, is disclosed. The antibodies are useful for a number of purposes, including diagnosis of HIV-1 infection.
Abstract:
Several forms of immunoregulatory substances are derived from monoclonal antibodies (MAbs) that are specific for a T cell surface antigen, such as CD3, TCR, CD4, or CD8 on T cells. The substances include: a mixture of F(ab′)2 fragments (or other divalent binding molecules which lack Fc) which each bind noncompetitively to different monovalent antigenic epitopes on the same antigen; the F(ab′)2 fragment (or other divalent binding molecules which lack Fc) of a bispecific antibody which has each of its binding sites derived from one of the two MAbs that bind noncompetitively to monovalent antigenic epitopes on the same antigen; a conjugate including a polymeric backbone, such as polyethylene glycol (“PEG”), cellulose, dextran, agarose, or an amino acid copolymer or a liposome, that is coupled with the binding molecules, e.g., Fv, Fab, or F(ab′)2, which bind noncompetitively to monovalent antigenic epitopes on the same antigen.
Abstract:
Disclosed are conjugates including a substantially nonimmunogenic polymer backbone or microbead and binding molecules, such as Fv, Fab, or F(ab').sub.2 fragments of monoclonal antibodies or whole antibodies that are bound through their Fc carbohydrate moieties or have their Fc portion modified so that they cannot effect ADCC or complement-mediated cytolysis, and that are specific for a T cell surface antigen, such as CD3, TCR, CD4, CD8, or CD28 on T cells. The polymer or microbead is preferably made of cross-linked dextran, ficoll, latex, or agarose, and is preferably of 0.1 to 10 .mu.m in size, so that it can be suspended in fluids for in vivo applications. These conjugates can be used as adjuvants to enhance the antibody response against an administered immunogen.
Abstract:
Disclosed are pharmaceutical preparations containing human monoclonal IgA antibodies specific for major allergenic proteins found in ragweed, house dust mites, and cat and dog dander. Also disclosed are constructs comprising physiological compatible polymer backbones or microbeads and a plurality of covalently conjugated allergen-specific binding molecules. Such binding molecules are IgG or IgA, or their F(ab').sub.2, Fab, or Fv fragments, specific to the major allergenic proteins mentioned above. Also disclosed are methods for treating a patient with allergic rhinitis, asthma, or conjunctivitis by applying a pharmaceutical preparation containing the antibodies specific for the allergenic molecules, to which the patient is sensitized, to the patient's affected mucosal tissues, such as the nasal linings, the respiratory tract, or the eyes.
Abstract:
Compositions containing sterilized antigens with a high diversity, which can be collected from primitive jungle areas, and uses thereof for balancing immune responses and treating immunological diseases in a subject.