Method for stabilizing activity of enzymes or microorganisms producing the enzymes
US8323942B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 3, 2009 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 7, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E50/10
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention is directed to methods for inducing desired activity in enzymes or microorganisms capable of producing the enzymes. The invention is further directed to methods of stabilizing activity in microorganisms. In specific embodiments, the invention provides methods for inducing and stabilizing nitrile hydratase activity, amidase activity, and asparaginase I activity. The invention further provides compositions comprising enzymes or microorganisms having induced and/or stabilized activity.
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