Dear Receptor Polymorphisms for Hypertension Prediction

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current methods for identifying genetic markers for hypertension and managing angiogenesis are inadequate, with no reliable genetic marker for hypertension and unsatisfactory clinical results for inhibiting or stimulating angiogenesis.

Innovation Solution

Identification of mutations and polymorphisms in the Dual Endothelin-1/Angiotensin II Receptor (Dear) that enhance ET-1 binding, allowing for prediction of hypertension susceptibility and modulation of angiogenesis through Dear inhibitors or activators.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If separate receptors for ET-1 and AngII are used, then specific physiological responses are achieved, but the ability to predict hypertension susceptibility and modulate angiogenesis is insufficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprediction accuracy for hypertension susceptibilityVSAvoidreceptor system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines the functions of ET-1 and AngII receptors into a single dual receptor (Dear) that can bind both ligands. This merging approach enables the receptor to mediate both vasoconstriction and angiogenesis pathways simultaneously, improving prediction accuracy for hypertension susceptibility while reducing system complexity compared to using separate receptors for each ligand.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The Dear receptor exhibits multi-functionality by serving as a binding target for both ET-1 and AngII, thereby integrating multiple physiological functions (blood pressure regulation and angiogenesis) into a single receptor system. This universality allows for more comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic applications in hypertension and cancer-related conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Measurement precision

If current methods are used for identifying genetic markers, then some genetic information is obtained, but accurate prediction of hypertension and reliable angiogenesis modulation is not achieved

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvegenetic marker identification accuracyVSAvoidclinical effectiveness for hypertension and angiogenesis
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent uses polymorphisms in the Dear receptor as intermediary markers that link genetic information to clinical outcomes. These polymorphisms serve as measurable indicators that correlate with hypertension susceptibility and angiogenesis potential, enabling more accurate prediction and reliable clinical intervention strategies.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The invention focuses on detecting specific parameter changes in the Dear receptor sequence (polymorphisms at positions 44 and 74) that correlate with disease susceptibility. By measuring these specific genetic parameters, the patent achieves more precise identification of individuals at risk for hypertension and those who may respond to angiogenesis modulation therapies.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Measurement precision

If Dear polymorphisms are detected, then hypertension susceptibility can be predicted, but the complexity of genetic analysis increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvehypertension susceptibility predictionVSAvoidgenetic analysis complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies local quality analysis by focusing genetic screening on specific, predetermined positions (44 and 74) in the Dear receptor sequence where polymorphisms are most informative. This targeted approach maintains high prediction precision while minimizing the overall complexity of genetic analysis compared to whole-genome sequencing or analysis of multiple positions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

Enables accurate prediction of hypertension and modulation of angiogenesis, providing effective diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for hypertension and cancer-related conditions.

Implementation Method 1

Functional analysis has shown that both ET-1 and AngII bind to Dear and induce coupling to a Ca2+ mobilizing transduction system

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectCa2+ mobilizing transduction:

Data Source

PatentUS7919093B2Roles for dual endothelin-1/angiotensin II receptor (Dear) in hypertension and angiogenesis
Publication Date: 2011.04.05 TRUSTEES OF BOSTON UNIV
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  • US7919093B2 patent drawing
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AI summary

The present application is directed to the identification of mutations and/or polymorphisms in the Dual Endothelin-1/Angiotensin II Receptor (Dear) that indicate susceptibility to, or show current affliction with, hypertension. Additionally, the present invention discloses methods for the modulation of angiogenesis via the regulation of Dear.