Step-Function Chronos
Non-Exclusively Licensed
Invention type: Technology, Tangible Property
/
Case number: #19486T
The invention, in some aspects relates to light-activated ion channel molecules and methods for their use to alter cell activity and function. Light-activated ion channel molecules of the invention can be administered to subjects, expressed in cells, and activated with light, to alter membrane potential in the cells, and can be used in methods for assaying compounds, treating diseases and conditions, compound screening and more.
Researchers
Edward Stuart Boyden
/
Demian Park
/
Aimei Yang
Departments: Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences, McGovern Institute for Brain Research
Technology Areas: Biotechnology: Synthetic Biology / Drug Discovery and Research Tools: Cell Interrogation
Impact Areas: Healthy Living
-
step-function channelrhodopsins for optical control of cells
United States of America | Granted | 11,542,314
License this technology
Interested in this technology? Connect with our experienced licensing team to initiate the process.
Sign up for technology updates
Sign up now to receive the latest updates on cutting-edge technologies and innovations.