Microorganisms with broadened light absorption capability and increased photosynthetic activity
US10787488B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 7, 2016 |
| Grant date | Sep 29, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 7, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E50/10
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Photosynthetic microorganisms with broadened light absorption capability and increased photosynthetic activity are described. Broadened light absorption is achieved by modifying the microorganism to utilize non-native bilins. Increased photosynthetic activity results from the broadened light absorption and can also result from a decrease in self-shading. The microorganisms include Cyanobacteria, including modified Cyanobacteria.
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