This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: University of Utah Research Foundation. Active years: 1991.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1991
Title: J R Hunter Jackson: Innovator in Spider Toxin Research
Introduction
J R Hunter Jackson is a notable inventor based in Salt Lake City, UT (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of biochemistry through his research on spider toxins. His innovative work focuses on the potential applications of these toxins in treating various medical conditions.
Latest Patents
J R Hunter Jackson holds a patent for "Spider toxins and methods for their use as blockers of amino acid." This patent describes methods and compositions for blocking various channels and receptors within an organism. For instance, a toxin isolated from the Argiope aurantia spider has been found to have a reversible effect on excitatory amino acid receptors. Additionally, another toxin, with a molecular weight ranging from approximately 5,000 to 7,000 daltons, was isolated from the Hololena curta spider and exhibits an irreversible effect on these receptors. The invention also relates to methods of treating heart and neurological diseases by applying the identified toxins. Specifically, the low molecular weight toxin from Agelenopsis aperta may aid in treating heart conditions such as arrhythmia, angina, hypertension, and congestive heart failure. Furthermore, these toxins may provide beneficial effects on neurological conditions, including seizures. The toxins with irreversible effects are also effective as tags in probing various components within calcium channels and excitatory amino acid receptors, and they serve as effective insecticides and anthelmintics.
Career Highlights
J R Hunter Jackson is affiliated with the University of Utah Research Foundation, where he conducts his research. His work has garnered attention for its potential implications in medical treatments and pest control.
Collaborations
One of his notable collaborators is Thomas N Parks, who has worked alongside him in his research endeavors.
Conclusion
J R Hunter Jackson's innovative research on spider toxins has the potential to revolutionize treatments for heart and neurological diseases. His contributions to the field highlight the importance of exploring natural compounds for medical applications.