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Enhanced somatic embryogenesis using maltose

US4801545A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 23, 1983
Grant dateJan 31, 1989
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Expiry dateDec 23, 2003

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N5/0025
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods and compositions are provided for the growth of cultured plant cells which include the addition of maltose as a carbohydrate source. Additional improvements in the plant cell growth medium can be obtained by adding a source of ammonium ion to the medium to obtain a synergistic effect with the maltose.

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