C07K2317/32

HLA-RESTRICTED EPITOPES ENCODED BY SOMATICALLY MUTATED GENES

Mutant epitopes encoded by cancer genes are virtually always located in the interior of cells, making them invisible to conventional antibodies. We generated single chain variable fragments (scFvs) specific for mutant peptides presented on the cell surface by human leukocyte antigen (HLA) molecules. These scFvs can be converted to full-length antibodies, termed MANAbodies, targeting Mutation Associated Neo-Antigens bound to HLA. A phage display library representing a highly diverse array of single-chain variable fragment sequences was first designed and constructed. A competitive selection protocol was then used to identify clones specific for peptides bound to pre-defined HLA types. In this way, we obtained scFvs, including one specific for a peptide encoded by a common KRAS mutant and another by a common EGFR mutant. Molecules targeting MANA can be developed that specifically react with mutant peptide-HLA complexes even when these peptides differ by only one amino acid from the normal, wild-type form.

MAJOR HISTOCOMPATIBILITY COMPLEX-BASED CHIMERIC RECEPTORS AND USES THEREOF FOR TREATING AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES
20240165158 · 2024-05-23 · ·

Major histocompatibility complex-based chimeric receptors (MHC-CAR) for use in targeting autoreactive immune cells. Also provided herewith are genetically engineered immune cells expressing the MHC-CAR for use in treating autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis.

Anti-CD300F antibody and uses thereof

The present disclosure relates to an isolated antibody, or antigen binding fragment thereof, which specifically binds to an extracellular domain of cd300f, wherein the antibody, or antigen binding fragment thereof, comprises a heavy chain variable region which comprises: (a) an amino acid sequence that is at least 70% identical to the amino acid sequence represented by seq id no: 1; and/or (b) a complementarity determining region 1 (cdr1) that comprises the amino acid sequence represented by seq id no: 2, a complementarity determining region 2 (cdr2) that comprises an amino acid sequence that is represented by seq id no: 3, and/or a complementarity determining region 3 (cdr3) that comprises an amino acid sequence that is represented by seq id no: 4, compositions comprising the antibody, antigen binding fragment thereof, and uses for therapy.

Antibodies binding to HLA-A2/MAGE-A4

The present invention generally relates to antibodies that bind to HLA-A2/MAGE-A4, including multispecific antibodies e.g. for activating T cells. In addition, the present invention relates to polynucleotides encoding such antibodies, and vectors and host cells comprising such polynucleotides. The invention further relates to methods for producing the antibodies, and to methods of using them in the treatment of disease.

HER2 targeting agent

An antibody or antigen-binding fragment thereof is disclosed. The antibody or antigen-binding fragment thereof binds to HER2 expressed on a cancer cell or a fragment of the HER2. A HER2-targeting agent containing any of the antibody or antigen-binding fragment thereof, and a pharmaceutical composition containing the HER2-targeting agent are disclosed.

Antibodies targeting a complex comprising non-classical HLA-I and neoantigen and their methods of use

Provided herein are antibodies that selectively bind to complex comprising a non-classical HLA-I (e.g. HLA-E) and a neoantigen having variable heavy chain domains (VH), variable light chain domains (VL), and complementarity determining regions (CDRs) as disclosed herein, as well as methods and uses thereof.

Anti-SIRPa antibodies and methods of use thereof

The present disclosure is generally directed to compositions that include antibodies, e.g., monoclonal, antibodies, antibody fragments, etc., that specifically bind a SIRPA polypeptide, e.g., a mammalian SIRPA or human SIRPA, and use of such compositions in preventing, reducing risk, or treating an individual in need thereof.

USE OF ITOLIZUMAB TO REDUCE PHOSPHORYLATION OF CD6

The present invention discloses a key mechanism of action of Itolizumab that involves a decrease in an activating ALCAM-CD6 co stimulatory signal by directly reducing CD6 hyperphosphorylation and preventing the docking of key molecules associated with T cell activation and signaling.

ILT3 LIGAND

The present invention provides antibodies and antigen-binding fragments thereof that bind ILT3, ILT3 ligand (i.e., PI16) or a complex between ILT3 and the ILT3 ligand. Methods for determining whether ILT3 and the ILT3 ligand bind together or whether a substance agonizes or antagonizes such binding are also provided.

Recombinant monoclonal antibodies and corresponding antigens for colon and pancreatic cancers

Purified or highly pure recombinant monoclonal antibodies that bind to human colorectal and pancreatic carcinoma-associated antigens (CPAA), along with nucleic acid sequences encoding the antibody chains, and the amino acid sequences corresponding to said nucleic acids and uses for said sequences are provided.