Means for embedding microorganisms in a polymer matrix
US4434231A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 14, 1981 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 1984 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 14, 2001 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S435/878
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Novel processes are provided for the embedding of microorganisms within a polymer matrix wherein the matrix comprises a polymer gel having a base of at least one polymer selected from the group of polysaccharides, in which said polymer is at least partially cross-linked. The embedded microorganism products are useful in the inoculation of leguminous and non-leguminous plants in order to increase their nitrogen-fixing potential and nutrition, respectively.
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