Methods for rapid detection and identification of bioagents in epidemiological and forensic investigations
US7226739B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 12, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jun 5, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 29, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A90/10
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides methods for rapid forensic investigations by identification of bioagents associated with biowarfare and acts of terrorism or crime. The methods are also useful for epidemiological investigations by genotyping of bioagents.
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