Gene scan finds link across array of childhood brain disorders

Mutations in a single gene can cause several types of developmental brain abnormalities that experts have traditionally considered different disorders. With support from the National Institutes of Health, researchers found those mutations through whole exome sequencing — a new gene scanning technology that cuts the cost and time of searching for rare mutations.

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Amira granted UK patents for AM103, AM803 FLAP inhibitors for respiratory disorders

Amira granted UK patents for AM103, AM803 FLAP inhibitors for respiratory disorders
Amira Pharmaceuticals, Inc. today announced that the U.K. Intellectual Property Office has granted patent number GB2431927, titled, “5-Lipoxygenase Activating Protein (FLAP) Inhibitors,” which includes coverage of Amira’s AM103 and AM803 FLAP inhibitors for the treatment of respiratory disorders.

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