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Nucleic acid sequences to proteins involved in tocopherol synthesis

US8362324B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 26, 2008
Grant dateJan 29, 2013
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Expiry dateJul 2, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12P17/06
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Nucleic acid sequences and methods are provided for producing plants and seeds having altered tocopherol content and compositions. The methods find particular use in increasing the tocopherol levels in plants, and in providing desirable tocopherol compositions in a host plant cell.

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