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Overexpression of phytase genes in yeast systems

US7312063B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 10, 2006
Grant dateDec 25, 2007
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Expiry dateMar 10, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12P7/18
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method of producing a heterologous protein or polypeptide having phytase activity in a yeast system. The invention also provides proteins having phytase activity which have increased thermostability. Yeast strains which produce a heterologous phytase and the vectors used to produce the phytase are also provided.

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