Phosphorothioate-Conjugated miRNAs for Specialized Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
Adaptation of phosphorothioate-conjugated miRNAs for treating multiple myeloma and inhibiting IL-6 signaling in high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, and remote or isolated environments.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed phosphorothioate-conjugated miRNAs for treating multiple myeloma and inhibiting IL-6 signaling. However, these miRNAs may not be effective in specialized environments such as high-security facilities, disaster relief settings, extreme weather conditions, or remote or isolated areas. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by adapting the miRNAs to be resistant to degradation, portable, and able to withstand temperature fluctuations, making them suitable for use in these specialized environments.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept involves modifying the phosphorothioate-conjugated miRNAs to be resistant to degradation by environmental stressors, such as high temperatures, humidity, and radiation. This is achieved by using specialized packaging materials, such as self-contained, single-use delivery devices, and formulating the miRNAs to withstand temperature fluctuations. Additionally, the miRNAs can be designed to be portable and operate in low-resource environments, making them suitable for use in disaster relief settings. The inventive concept also includes a system for monitoring the efficacy of the miRNAs in high-security environments, using encrypted and secure sensors capable of detecting the presence or activity of the miRNAs.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept is novel and non-obvious because it adapts the phosphorothioate-conjugated miRNAs for use in specialized environments, which was not disclosed in the original patent. The inventive step lies in the modification of the miRNAs to be resistant to degradation, portable, and able to withstand temperature fluctuations, making them suitable for use in high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, and remote or isolated environments.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include using different types of miRNAs, such as siRNAs or shRNAs, or modifying the phosphorothioate moiety to be more resistant to degradation. Additionally, the inventive concept could be adapted for use in other specialized environments, such as space exploration or military operations.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has potential commercial applications in the treatment of multiple myeloma and inhibition of IL-6 signaling in high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, and remote or isolated environments. The target market includes pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, and government agencies involved in disaster relief and national security.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61K47/549 |
| A | A61 | A61K47/548 |
| A | A61 | A61K48/00 |
| C | C12 | C12N15/113 |
| C | C12 | C12N2310/141 |
| C | C12 | C12N2320/30 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Molecular biology and nucleic acid therapeutics, specifically focused on microRNA conjugation and delivery technologies for medical applications, with expertise in chemical modification of nucleic acids and targeted cellular delivery systems
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A molecular biologist or biochemical engineer with advanced degree, experienced in nucleic acid design, conjugation techniques, and understanding of pharmaceutical delivery mechanisms, familiar with miRNA therapeutic strategies and environmental stability challenges
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill would recognize that extending the phosphorothioate-conjugated miRNA technology from the source patent to specialized environmental contexts represents a predictable application of known molecular engineering principles. The core therapeutic mechanism remains consistent, with the primary innovation being adaptive packaging and delivery strategies that leverage existing chemical conjugation techniques. These modifications represent logical extensions of the original patent's core technological framework, utilizing standard design approaches in nucleic acid therapeutic development.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,633 |
|---|---|
| Title | Phosphorothioate-conjugated miRNAs and methods of using the same |
| Assignee(s) | City of Hope |