Patent No. EP4014982 (titled "Composition For Inducing Proliferation Or Accumulation Of Regulatory T Cells") was filed by The University OF Tokyo on Jun 3, 2011. The application was issued on Aug 20, 2025.
Composition for inducing proliferation or accumulation of regulatory T cells, comprising bacteria belonging to the genus Clostridium, a physiologically active substance derived from the bacteria, bacterial spores, or the like. The composition induces proliferation or accumulation of regulatory T cells, which suppress immune functions. The composition can be used to treat or prevent infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases by administering the vaccine composition to an individual in need thereof.

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