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Root agroinoculation method for virus induced gene silencing

US7476780B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 15, 2005
Grant dateJan 13, 2009
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Expiry dateMar 21, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N15/8205
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention provides novel methods and compositions for modulating gene function in plants. In particular, the invention provides methods and compositions that allow efficient induction of virus-induced gene silencing in plants. The invention is significant in that it allows high throughput analysis of gene function in plants.

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