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Method for preparing plasmids, and uses related thereto

US6410244B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 1, 2000
Grant dateJun 25, 2002
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Expiry dateNov 1, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N15/1034
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention relates to methods of preparing plasmid pools by growing colonies in discrete wells of a semi-solid or gelatinous medium. This method may facilitate colony collection, reduce colony overgrowth, reduce contamination by adventitious microorganisms, and increase the efficiency of plasmid screening techniques.

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