Venglustat-based solutions for industrial applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present inventive concept leverages the core technology of venglustat to address unmet needs in wastewater treatment, food preservation, wood protection, corrosion prevention, and algae control, thereby expanding its industrial applicability beyond pharmaceuticals.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed pharmaceutical compositions comprising venglustat for treating diseases. However, the potential of venglustat as a broad-spectrum inhibitor of microorganisms was underutilized. The present inventive concept addresses this limitation by applying venglustat to novel industrial applications, capitalizing on its ability to inhibit microbial growth.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept encompasses various systems and methods utilizing venglustat to tackle industrial challenges. In wastewater treatment, venglustat inhibits microorganisms that degrade infrastructure. In food preservation, venglustat prevents spoilage by inhibiting microbial growth. For wood protection, venglustat is applied to prevent fungal decay. In corrosion prevention, venglustat inhibits microorganisms that contribute to metal surface corrosion. Finally, in algae control, venglustat is used to inhibit algae growth in aquatic systems. These applications capitalize on venglustat's unique properties, offering novel solutions for pressing industrial problems.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The inventive concept's novelty lies in its application of venglustat to entirely new industries, leveraging its microbial inhibition properties to address unmet needs. The inventive step resides in recognizing venglustat's potential beyond pharmaceuticals and adapting its use to solve distinct industrial challenges.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include using venglustat in combination with other agents or technologies to enhance its effectiveness. Variations may involve modifying venglustat's formulation or delivery methods to suit specific industrial applications.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including wastewater treatment, food processing, wood preservation, corrosion protection, and algae control. The market for these applications is substantial, with opportunities for partnerships, licensing, and product development.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61K31/439 |
| A | A61 | A61K9/0053 |
| A | A61 | A61K9/2009 |
| A | A61 | A61K9/2013 |
| A | A61 | A61K9/2018 |
| A | A61 | A61K9/2095 |
| A | A61 | A61K9/485 |
| A | A61 | A61K9/4833 |
| A | A61 | A61K9/4858 |
| A | A61 | A61K9/4866 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Pharmaceutical and industrial chemical engineering, with expertise in compound formulation, microbial inhibition technologies, and chemical applications across pharmaceutical and industrial domains
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled practitioner with advanced degrees in chemistry or chemical engineering, familiar with compound modification, microbial interaction mechanisms, and cross-domain application of chemical compounds
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize venglustat's microbial inhibition properties as inherently transferable across different technical domains. The source patent establishes venglustat's core mechanism of enzyme inhibition, which naturally suggests potential applications beyond pharmaceutical uses. The PTD's industrial variations represent predictable extensions of the compound's fundamental biochemical characteristics.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,512 |
|---|---|
| Title | Pharmaceutical compositions comprising venglustat |
| Assignee(s) | Genzyme Corporation |