Production of polyhydroxyalkanoate in plants
US7176349B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 29, 2000 |
| Grant date | Feb 13, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 4, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N15/8243
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention relates to the genetic manipulation of plants to produce polyhydroxyalkanoate, particularly in the peroxisomes. Methods for producing such polymers in plants and host cells are provided. Such methods find use in producing biodegradable thermoplastics in plants and other organisms. Nucleotide molecules, expression cassettes, and genetically manipulated host cells, plants, plant tissues, and seeds are also provided.
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