Algal oil with improved nutritional value
US12262720B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 1, 2019 |
| Grant date | Apr 1, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 21, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12R2001/89
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Provided herein are fermentation methods that improve the nutritional value and physical properties of microbial oil. Specifically, provided is a method of producing oil with increased omega-7 fatty acids. The method comprises culturing oil-producing microorganisms in a fermentation medium with less than 0.3 mg/L zinc, wherein the culturing produces an oil comprising fatty acids, wherein the oil comprises increased omega-7 fatty acids compared to a control oil. Optionally, the oil is isolated from the microorganisms of the culture.
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