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Enzymatic synthesis of gangliosides

US6440703B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateAug 22, 2001
Grant dateAug 27, 2002
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Expiry dateAug 22, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12P19/18
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention provides methods for practical in vitro synthesis of gangliosides and other glycolipids. The synthetic methods typically involve enzymatic synthesis, or a combination of enzymatic and chemical synthesis. One or more of the enzymatic steps is preferably carried out in the presence of an organic solvent.

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