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In vitro amplification of nucleic acid molecules via circular replicons

US6740745B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 14, 2002
Grant dateMay 25, 2004
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Expiry dateMay 14, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Q1/6853
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods and compositions suitable for accomplishing the in vitro amplification of nucleic acid molecules via enzymatic means are provided. The preferred means employ circular rather than linear replicons. Means for producing such circular replicons from linear reactants are also provided.

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