Heterotrophic cultivation of hydrocarbon-producing microalgae
US8278090B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 2, 2009 |
| Grant date | Oct 2, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 1, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12P7/64
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention discloses novel methods of producing hydrocarbons through heterotrophic cultivation of Botryococcus braunii. Also provided are novel hydrocarbon compositions. A preferred species for engineering is the microalgae species Botryococcus braunii. Additional methods of cultivation include providing certain nutrient sources.
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