Multi-substrate metabolism for improving biomass and lipid production
US11884940B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 14, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jan 30, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12Y301/01031
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present application relates to methods to improve biomass or lipid production in a microorganism from one or more fatty acid and one or more simple carbon co-substrates. Produced lipids may include unsaturated C6-C24 fatty acids, alcohols, aldehydes, and acetates which may be useful as final products or precursors to insect pheromones, fragrances, flavors, and polymer intermediates. The application further relates to recombinant microorganisms modified for improved production of biomass or lipid, or improved lipid selectivity. Also provided are methods of producing one or more lipid using the recombinant microorganisms, as well as compositions comprising the recombinant microorganisms and/or optionally one or more of the product lipid.
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