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Bifidobacterial gene sequences and their use

US8361756B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 14, 2007
Grant dateJan 29, 2013
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Expiry dateMay 25, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA23V2002/00
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention provides nucleic acids and proteins involved in oligosaccharide modification in the species Bifidobacteria. The invention provides methods for utilizing the proteins of the invention to generate human milk oligosaccharides or oligosaccharide mimics. The invention also provides compositions containing the human milk oligosaccharides or oligosaccharide mimics and methods for use.

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