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Method for more efficient electroporation

US6869797B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 30, 2003
Grant dateMar 22, 2005
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Expiry dateJun 30, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N15/64
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention provides improved electroporation methods for transferring nucleic acids of interest into host cells, wherein the host cells are (1) suspended in a substantially non-ionic solution comprising at least one sugar or sugar derivative, (2) mixed with the nucleic acids of interest, and (3) electrically treated. Also, this invention provides for kits used in the method for transferring nucleic acids into host cells.

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