Location History:
- Groton, CT (US) (2012)
- Groton, NY (US) (2014)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2012-2014
Title: Innovations of Annie Won in Cancer Research
Introduction
Annie Won is a prominent inventor based in Groton, NY (US), known for her significant contributions to the field of cancer research. With a total of 2 patents to her name, she has made remarkable strides in developing immuno-adjuvants that enhance the efficacy of vaccines.
Latest Patents
Annie Won's latest patents focus on triterpene saponins, methods of synthesis, and their uses. One of her notable inventions is QS-7, a potent immuno-adjuvant that is significantly less toxic than QS-21, a related saponin currently favored in anticancer and antiviral vaccines. The tedious isolation and purification protocols have previously hindered the clinical development of QS-7. However, her novel semi-synthetic method utilizes a hydrolyzed prosapogenin mixture to synthesize QS-7, QS-21, and related analogs. This innovation greatly facilitates access to QS-7 and QS-21 analogs for preclinical and clinical evaluation.
Career Highlights
Annie Won is affiliated with the Sloan-Kettering Institute for Cancer Research, where she continues to advance her research in immunology and vaccine development. Her work has garnered attention for its potential to improve cancer treatment outcomes.
Collaborations
Throughout her career, Annie has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including David Y Gin and
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