Patent classifications
C12N11/06
Methods of patterning cells on a surface of a substrate and programmed assembly of three-dimensional living tissues
The present disclosure provides methods of patterning cells on a surface of a substrate. The methods include disposing a pattern of nucleic acids on a surface of a substrate, and contacting the patterned nucleic acids under hybridization conditions with a first suspension of cells, where cells of the first suspension include cell surface-attached nucleic acids complementary to the patterned nucleic acids, and where the cell surface-attached nucleic acids hybridize to the patterned nucleic acids to pattern the cells on the surface of the substrate. Systems and kits for practicing the methods are also provided.
NANOCAGED ENZYMES WITH ENHANCED CATALYTIC ACTIVITY AND INCREASED STABILITY
The present disclosure describes a nanoparticle comprising a three dimensional DNA nanocage and a payload biological macromolecule, and methods of assembly thereof.
NANOCAGED ENZYMES WITH ENHANCED CATALYTIC ACTIVITY AND INCREASED STABILITY
The present disclosure describes a nanoparticle comprising a three dimensional DNA nanocage and a payload biological macromolecule, and methods of assembly thereof.
DELIVERY OF STRUCTURALLY DIVERSE POLYPEPTIDE CARGO INTO MAMMALIAN CELLS BY A BACTERIAL TOXIN
There is a need for delivery platforms with robust capacity that offer the possibility to deliver diverse protein-based therapeutics into specific cells. Described herein is a platform for delivering cargo polypeptides into cells, which is based on a recombinant molecule comprising: a cargo polypeptide, a diphtheria toxin enzymatic fragment (DTA), and a diphtheria toxin translocation fragment (DTB). The platform has been employed to deliver diverse cargo into cells, including those having low or high molecular weights. A hyper-stable cargo polypeptide has been delivered, as well as proteins of therapeutic significance (e.g, MecP2, SMN, FMRP, PNP, alpha-amylase, RRSP, GRA16, and GRA24). The platform is also useful for delivering genome-modifying proteins, such as the CRISPR protein, Cas9. Associated nucleic acids, pharmaceutical compositions, methods, uses, and kits are also described, including those of therapeutic significance aimed at treating diseases or disorders caused by enzyme or protein deficiency, such as cancer.
CELL-FREE PROTEIN SYNTHESIS SYSTEMS
Provided herein are cell free protein synthesis (CFPS) systems comprising a plurality of ribosomes attached to or encapsulated within a structure, or a plurality of structures, and, optionally, a solid support. Also provided are related kits and uses of the CFPS systems. Methods of producing a protein and methods of treating a disease are provided herein.
IN SITU ENZYMATIC DEGRADATION OF HYDROCARBON-POLLUTED SOILS
The present invention provides crude enzyme extracts, cocktails and compositions from Alkanivorax borkumensis and methods for the enzymatic treatment and bioremediation of petroleum hydrocarbon polluted ecosystems.
Method for making pluripotent stem cells
The present application discloses a method for inducing cells to gain characteristics of nave stem cell state comprising culturing the cells in the presence of a MUC1* activator.
Method for making pluripotent stem cells
The present application discloses a method for inducing cells to gain characteristics of nave stem cell state comprising culturing the cells in the presence of a MUC1* activator.
BIS-BIOTINYLATION TAGS
Multi-biotinylated reactants are provided which can be used in divalent complexes for various applications such as colocalization, labeling, immobilization, and purification. Methods for constructing, purifying, and using the bis-biotinylated reactants are also provided. In certain embodiments, two bis-biotinylated reactants are bound to a single streptavidin tetramer to provide a complex having a 1:1 stoichiometry with respect to the bis-biotinylated reactants.
BIS-BIOTINYLATION TAGS
Multi-biotinylated reactants are provided which can be used in divalent complexes for various applications such as colocalization, labeling, immobilization, and purification. Methods for constructing, purifying, and using the bis-biotinylated reactants are also provided. In certain embodiments, two bis-biotinylated reactants are bound to a single streptavidin tetramer to provide a complex having a 1:1 stoichiometry with respect to the bis-biotinylated reactants.