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Transcription factor and method for regulation of seed development, quality and stress-tolerance

US6248937A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 27, 1999
Grant dateJun 19, 2001
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Expiry dateApr 27, 2019

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N15/8293
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Identification, cloning and sequencing of the Arabidopsis ABI4 gene involved in seed response to abscisic acid (ABA) that regulates production of seed nutrient reserves and desiccation protectants. A method for regulating seed development, viability, stress-tolerance and nutrient reserves.

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