Ballistic transformation of C. elegans
US6433247B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 22, 1999 |
| Grant date | Aug 13, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 22, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N15/895
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A ballistic method of introducing nucleic acid into a nematode worm is described which involves bombarding the nematode with a plurality of microprojectiles. Nematode worms transformed according to the method of the invention are also provided.
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