Transformation-enhancing compositions and methods of use
US6444470B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 22, 1999 |
| Grant date | Sep 3, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 22, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N15/8201
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention relates to compositions and methods and for genetically transforming Zea mays plants. Compositions comprising transformation-enhancing agents and methods of use are provided. The methods involve administering an effective amount of a transformation-enhancing agent to a Zea mays plant. The compositions and methods of the invention find use in improving transformation efficiency and increasing the embryogenic response of callus.
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