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Gene encoding oxalate decarboxylase from aspergillus phoenices

US6297425A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 21, 1997
Grant dateOct 2, 2001
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Expiry dateMar 21, 2017

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N15/8271
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A novel nucleic acid sequence encoding Aspergillus phoenices oxalate decarboxylase (APOXD) has been determined, as well as the encoded amino acid sequence. The gene and its encoded protein are useful in degrading oxalate, in diagnostic assays of oxalate, and as a selectable marker.

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