The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is seeking research co-development partners and/or licensees for NCI’s compositions and methods to enhance the efficacy of dendritic cell (DC)-based cancer vaccines.
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) seeks research co-development partners and/or licensees for Chimeric VLP Vaccines to Prevent HTLV-1 Infection.
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) seeks capable licensees interested in commercializing T cell receptor (TCR)-engineered T cells expressing murine/human hybrid receptors.
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) seeks research co-development partners and/or licensees for a collection of T cell receptors (TCRs) that specifically target HPV 6 or HPV 11 antigens.
The National Cancer Institute is seeking research co-development partners and licensing collaborators to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative bifunctional antibody fusion molecules designed to activate and expand engineered TCR-expressing cells, advancing next-generation cancer immunotherapies.
The technology described involves a groundbreaking method for treating intracellular pathogen infections by targeting CD47, a widely expressed transmembrane glycoprotein that acts as a ligand for phagocytic receptors. By administering agents that inhibit CD47 binding to these receptors, the approach enhances the phagocytic removal of infected cells, leading to increased clearance of intracellular pathogens.
The Vaccine Research Center has engineered two monoclonal antibodies, N6 and VRC07-523LS, as new contenders in the fight against HIV-1. These antibodies are designed to target the virus more effectively by removing certain glycans and modifying amino acids to enhance their neutralizing capability and reduce the risk of autoimmunity. The technology holds promise for improved HIV-1 treatments and may offer broader protection due to its potential coverage of various viral variants.
Traf3ip2-/- C57/BL6 mice are a genetically modified mouse model in which the Traf3ip2 gene, responsible for encoding the CIKS adaptor protein essential for IL-17 cytokine signaling, has been disrupted. These mice offer a robust platform for research in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, as well as potential applications in cancer studies. By eliminating IL-17 signaling and cross-interactions with other pathways, they provide a unique opportunity for drug discovery and proof-of-principle studies, shedding light on disease mechanisms and therapeutic development.
Trispecific and trivalent binding proteins represent a breakthrough in the battle against HIV infection. These specialized proteins are engineered with four polypeptide chains forming three antigen binding sites, enabling precise targeting of HIV target proteins. Addressing the formidable challenges of HIV treatment, including the virus's high mutation rate and the persistence of viral reservoirs, these binding proteins offer a potential solution to breakthrough infections.
The groundbreaking technology of high-frequency cell mechanics assessment represents a paradigm shift in the field of cell analysis. This innovation enables rapid and non-invasive evaluation of cell health and viability, eliminating the need for cell labeling or modification. By measuring cell viscoelastic properties at high frequencies, it offers real-time insights into the mechanical characteristics of individual cells and entire populations.