Production of DHA in microalgae in low pH medium
US7252979B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 20, 2005 |
| Grant date | Aug 7, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 20, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12P7/6472
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods for production of highly unsaturated fatty acids by marine microorganisms, including the heterotrophic marine dinoflagellate Crypthecodinium, using low levels of chloride ion are disclosed. Specifically, methods of increasing production of highly unsaturated fatty acids by marine microorganisms while growing in low chloride media by manipulating sodium ion and potassium ion levels. The invention also relates to methods of production of highly unsaturated fatty acids by marine organisms at low pH levels, and includes methods for generation of low pH tolerant strains.
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