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Myriad Discovers New Genes, Receives More Patents on BRCA1

Dec 21, 1998
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SALT LAKE CITY--Myriad Genetics here has announced three new gene discoveries and gained two more patents on the BRCA1 gene. In addition, the company is suing OncorMed for patent infringement relating to one of the new patents.

The gene discoveries could open the door for developing new cancer treatments, according to Myriad. They were made using the company's ProNet protein interaction technology that rapidly identifies proteins with potential therapeutic value, Myriad said, and are the first demonstration of the technology's capability.

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