A novel method for increasing MHC presentation of oncogene derived neoantigens
Tech ID: 31833 / UC Case 2020-070-0
Invention Novelty
The invention describes a platform technology that increases MHC presentation of oncogene derived peptide neoantigens that do not normally occur in the cell. The platform has already been used to identify a method of increasing KRAS G12 D/V derived peptide presentation on MHC- I.
Value Proposition
- The invention provides a platform to screen computationally and experimentally for a cell’s ability to present cancer neoantigens.
- The technology provides a strategy to enhance antigen presentation and bring intracellular oncogenes to the cell surface so that they are visible by T-cell surveillance.
- The technology provides a new dimension of therapeutic intervention for cancer as it expands the repertoire of epitopes targetable by small molecules and/or immunotherapy.
- Targeting driver oncogenes is advantageous because it is cancer specific and is essential for cancer growth.
Looking for Partners
We are looking for partnerships to further develop the technology as a platform that enhances cellular presentation of various oncogenes by MHC and to develop cancer therapeutics using this approach.
Stage of Development
Proof of concept
Data Availability
Under CDA/NDA
Patent Status
Patent Pending