Sweet protein from truffle
US11297861B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 25, 2021 |
| Grant date | Apr 12, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 25, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC07K14/43
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Newly identified fungal sweet-taste modifying proteins, and the cDNA encoding said proteins are described. Specifically, Myd proteins active in sweet taste activation, and the cDNA encoding the same, are described, along with methods for isolating such cDNA and for isolating and expressing such proteins. Also disclosed is use of a sweetening composition which includes the proteins of the invention, and methods to provide improved flavor to a product for oral administration.
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