Specialized CAR-T Cell Therapies for Unique Operational Environments
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept adapts genetically engineered T cells with Regnase-1 and/or TGFBRII disruption for specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments, enhancing their functionality and persistence in high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, remote, or high-altitude settings.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed genetically engineered T cells with Regnase-1 and/or TGFBRII disruption for CAR-T cell therapy. However, these cells may not be optimized for specific, challenging operational environments. This inventive concept addresses the limitations of the original patent by adapting the genetically engineered T cells for high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, remote, or high-altitude settings, ensuring improved persistence and potency in these unique contexts.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises genetically engineered T cells with Regnase-1 and/or TGFBRII disruption, designed to operate in specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments. For high-security CAR-T cell manufacturing, the T cells are engineered to withstand enhanced security protocols. For disaster relief CAR-T cell therapy, the T cells are adapted to function optimally in extreme environmental conditions. For extreme weather CAR-T cell therapy, the T cells are designed to function optimally in extreme temperatures and humidity. For remote CAR-T cell manufacturing, the T cells are engineered to be manufactured and administered in a remote or isolated location. For CAR-T cell therapy in high-altitude environments, the T cells are adapted to function optimally in low-oxygen conditions.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The inventive concept's novelty lies in the adaptation of genetically engineered T cells with Regnase-1 and/or TGFBRII disruption for specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments, which is non-obvious compared to the original patent. The inventive step is the recognition of the need for specialized CAR-T cell therapies for these unique contexts and the development of tailored solutions.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include adapting the genetically engineered T cells for other unique operational environments, such as space exploration or high-radiation settings. Variations could include using different gene editing systems or targeting other genes to enhance the T cells' functionality and persistence.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, particularly in the development of CAR-T cell therapies for high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, remote, or high-altitude settings. The target market includes hospitals, research institutions, and biotech companies operating in these unique contexts.
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,574 |
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| Title | Genetically engineered T cells with Regnase-1 and/or TGFBRII disruption have improved functionality and persistence |
| Assignee(s) | CRISPR THERAPEUTICS AG |