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Years Active: 2025
Title: Akiko Nishimoto-Ashfield: Innovator in V1A Receptor Research
Introduction
Akiko Nishimoto-Ashfield is a prominent inventor based in Seattle, WA, known for her significant contributions to the field of pharmacology. She has developed innovative solutions aimed at addressing critical health issues through her research and inventions.
Latest Patents
Nishimoto-Ashfield holds a patent for a V1A receptor partial agonist and its method of use. This patent presents novel V1A partial agonists that are designed to partially activate the V1A receptor. The therapeutic index of these partial V1A agonists is notably high, with values reaching at least 20, and potentially exceeding 100. The patent also outlines methods for treating various medical conditions, including liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, portal hypertension, ascites, esophageal varices, fundal varices, bleeding, arterial hypotension, and hepatorenal syndrome. These treatments involve administering a therapeutically effective dose of a composition that includes the V1A partial agonist, possibly in combination with a V2 antagonist.
Career Highlights
Nishimoto-Ashfield is currently associated with Pharmain Corporation, where she continues to advance her research and development efforts. Her work is characterized by a commitment to innovation and improving patient outcomes through targeted therapies.
Collaborations
Throughout her career, Nishimoto
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