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Genetically Encodable Cyclic Cell-Penetrating Peptides and Uses Thereof

Life & Health Sciences
Therapeutics
Peptides/Proteins
College
College of Arts & Sciences
Researchers
Pei, Dehua
Licensing Manager
Dahlman, Jason "Jay"
(614)292-7945
dahlman.3@osu.edu

T2023-067

The Need: In today's fast-paced world, effective drug delivery remains a paramount challenge in achieving therapeutic outcomes. Pharmaceutical industries and researchers are in pursuit of innovative technologies to overcome cellular barriers and deliver therapeutic agents precisely. Addressing this need for enhanced drug delivery solutions, our cutting-edge technology harnesses the power of Cell Penetrating Peptides (CPPs) to unlock new frontiers in targeted drug delivery.

The Technology: Our technology new class of CPPs unveils a breakthrough approach by utilizing Cell Penetrating Peptides (CPPs) combined with versatile cargo moieties. These CPPs exhibit superior cellular penetration capabilities, enabling efficient intracellular delivery of therapeutic agents. By integrating cyclic cell penetrating peptide moieties and cargo moieties, we've developed a platform that maximizes drug delivery precision while maintaining structural integrity.

Commercial Applications:

  • Precision Medicine: Tailor therapeutic payloads to specific cellular targets, ensuring minimal off-target effects and heightened treatment efficacy.
  • Imaging and Diagnostics: Incorporate detectable moieties into the cargo, enabling precise visualization and monitoring of cellular processes.
  • Therapeutic Innovation: Harness the potential of CPPs to transport therapeutic moieties deep into cells, amplifying the impact of treatments for various diseases.
  • Personalized Therapies: Develop targeted drug delivery systems by combining CPPs with targeting moieties, facilitating site-specific treatments.
  • Biomedical Research: Facilitate studies by efficiently delivering molecules into cells, accelerating advancements in basic and clinical research.

Benefits/Advantages:

  • Enhanced Drug Delivery: Overcome cellular barriers and efficiently deliver therapeutic agents to previously inaccessible targets, increasing treatment efficiency.
  • Reduced Side Effects: Achieve higher therapeutic concentrations at target sites, minimizing off-target effects and reducing patient discomfort.
  • Versatility: Adapt the technology for a range of applications, from diagnostics to personalized medicine, promoting multifaceted advancements.
  • Precise Targeting: Combine CPPs with targeting moieties to ensure specific cell types are reached, enabling a higher degree of treatment precision.
  • Structural Innovation: Leverage the flexibility of cyclic and fused bicyclic systems to optimize drug delivery platforms for diverse payloads.