University of Jeddah Researchers Granted U.S. Patent for an Innovative HIV/AIDS Therapeutic Extract

University of Jeddah Congratulates Faculty Members on U.S. Patent Registration

The University of Jeddah proudly congratulates Dr. Dina Ahmed Hajjar and Dr. Arwa Abdulaziz Makki from the Department of Biological Sciences, College of Science, on the successful full registration of a patent granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Patent Title:

A PROMISING NOVEL CRUDE EXTRACT OF CASSIA ACUTIFOLIA (SENNA MAKKI) STEMS TREATING HIV/AIDS.

This innovation introduces a novel therapeutic formulation derived from Cassia acutifolia (Senna Makki) stems with promising antiviral activity. The extract has demonstrated the potential to inhibit the HIV-1 enzyme, supporting the development of innovative therapeutic approaches for HIV/AIDS.

Key Highlights:

Plant-derived extract with promising antiviral properties.
Potential inhibition of the HIV-1 enzyme.
Contribution to the advancement of innovative therapeutic research for HIV/AIDS.

The University of Jeddah commends this distinguished scientific achievement and wishes the inventors continued success in advancing impactful research and innovation.