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Controlled-release microbe nutrients and method for bioremediation

US5340376A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 8, 1992
Grant dateAug 23, 1994
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Expiry dateJan 8, 2012

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S71/903
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A controlled-release nutrient source is added at a low level to a bioremediation environment to enhance microorganism growth and activity and promote the effectiveness of the bioremediation in removing environmental contaminants.

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