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Rhizopus host vector system

US5436158A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 14, 1993
Grant dateJul 25, 1995
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Expiry dateDec 14, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12R2001/845
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A host vector system comprising Rhizopus species such as Rhizopus niveus (IFO4810) and a plasmid derived from Phycomycetes such as Mucor, Phycomyces and Absidia wherein the plasmid is contained in a chromosome and/or cytoplasm of the Rhizopus species. The host vector system is suitable for the extracellular production of proteins and enzymes. A process for preparing the host vector system is also provided.

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