Dietary Acetic Acid for Improving Learning in Fruit Flies ID: 2015-042
An innovative approach using dietary acetic acid to ameliorate genetic learning deficiencies in fruit flies.
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Technology Overview
This technology involves the addition of 0.2% acetic acid to the diet of fruit flies, specifically targeting those with the "dunce" gene to improve learning capabilities. It marks a therapeutic advancement by focusing on treatment strategies rather than merely identifying problem-inducing molecules. The rights to this invention, including patent applications and further developments, have been assigned to Brigham Young University (BYU), covering both United States and international territories.
Key Advantages
- Offers a novel therapeutic approach to genetic learning deficiencies
- Utilizes a simple dietary addition, making it potentially easy to administer
- Supported by significant research and development funding
- Protected by comprehensive intellectual property rights assigned to BYU
Problems Addressed
- Improves learning capabilities in fruit flies with genetic deficiencies
- Provides a potential model for addressing similar genetic learning issues in other species
- Shifts focus from problem identification to treatment in genetic research
Market Applications
- Healthcare industry, particularly in genetic research and therapy
- Educational tools for genetic and biological research
- Potential for broader applications in treating learning deficiencies
Additional Information
Technology ID: 2015-042
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Date Published: 28 March, 2025
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