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Bacillus thuringiensis toxins with improved activity

US6831062B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 15, 2001
Grant dateDec 14, 2004
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Expiry dateApr 24, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07K2319/00
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The subject invention pertains to B.t. toxins active against pests. More specifically, the subject invention pertains to truncated Cry6A toxins. These activated toxins are particularly effective for controlling coleopteran pests such as the corn rootworm and the alfalfa weevil.

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