Personalized Antimicrobial Prophylaxis and Therapy via AI-Driven Peptide Design
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages machine learning, synthetic biology, and genomics to develop a personalized antimicrobial prophylaxis and therapy platform, enabling tailored peptide-based treatments for individual patients and combatting antimicrobial resistance.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed peptides derived from Acinetobacter baumannii for vaccination, but it had limitations in terms of scalability, adaptability, and personalized treatment. This new inventive concept addresses these limitations by integrating AI-driven design, gene editing, and synthetic biology to create a next-generation antimicrobial platform.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a system for personalized antimicrobial prophylaxis, wherein a plurality of polypeptides derived from Acinetobacter baumannii are tailored to a specific individual's genetic profile using machine learning algorithms. Additionally, the concept includes methods for in-situ production of antimicrobial peptides in a host organism, diagnostic kits for detecting antimicrobial resistance, personalized vaccine platforms, and synthetic biology approaches to antimicrobial therapy. These components work in tandem to provide a comprehensive and adaptive solution for combating antimicrobial resistance.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift in antimicrobial prophylaxis and therapy by integrating AI-driven design, gene editing, and synthetic biology. The inventive concept's novelty lies in its ability to provide personalized, adaptive, and scalable solutions, which are not addressed by the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different machine learning algorithms, gene editing systems, or synthetic biology approaches. Variations could also involve the application of this platform to other diseases or pathogens, or the integration of additional components, such as CRISPR-Cas systems or microbiome analysis.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare industries, particularly in the areas of antimicrobial resistance, personalized medicine, and synthetic biology. The target market includes pharmaceutical companies, biotech startups, and healthcare providers seeking innovative solutions to combat antimicrobial resistance.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61K39/104 |
| C | C07 | C07K14/212 |
| A | A61 | A61K2039/543 |
| A | A61 | A61K2039/55505 |
| A | A61 | A61K2039/55566 |
| G | G01 | G01N2333/22 |
| G | G01 | G01N2469/20 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Biotechnology and immunology, specifically antimicrobial peptide design, vaccine development, and synthetic biology with a focus on genetic engineering and machine learning applications in personalized medicine
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled practitioner with advanced degrees in biotechnology, molecular biology, or bioengineering, possessing expertise in protein engineering, machine learning algorithms, genomic analysis, and synthetic biology techniques
Obviousness Rationale
A person of ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD represents a predictable extension of the source patent's core teachings about Acinetobacter baumannii peptides by applying known machine learning and synthetic biology techniques to personalize and optimize antimicrobial therapeutic approaches. The fundamental scientific principles underlying peptide-based therapeutics remain consistent, with the PTD merely introducing computational and personalization strategies that were inherently foreseeable to experts in the field. The integration of AI-driven design with existing peptide research represents an incremental rather than revolutionary advancement.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,615 |
|---|---|
| Title | Peptides derived from Acinetobacter baumannii and their use in vaccination |
| Assignee(s) | Evaxion Biotech A/S |