Isoprene synthase variants for improved microbial production of isoprene
US8173410B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 23, 2009 |
| Grant date | May 8, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 24, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12Y402/03027
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides methods and compositions comprising at least one isoprene synthase enzyme with improved catalytic activity and/or solubility. In particular, the present invention provides variant plant isoprene synthases for increased isoprene production in microbial host cells. Biosynthetically produced isoprene of the present invention finds use in the manufacture of rubber and elastomers.
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