Bacteriophages that infect Bacillus bacteria (Anthrax)
US7374874B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 22, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 20, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 6, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N2795/10232
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention provides bacteriophages that infect Bacillus bacteria, including Bacillus anthracis, and compositions containing the bacteriophages. The invention also provides methods for using the bacteriophages of the invention to prevent and treat infection of an organism by Bacillus bacteria. Methods and materials to decontaminate a surface or an organism that is contaminated with Bacillus bacteria or Bacillus spores is also provided.
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