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Conversion of prenyl derivatives to isoprene

US8476049B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 15, 2009
Grant dateJul 2, 2013
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Expiry dateJan 14, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Y503/03002
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides methods for producing derivatives from cultured cells. In addition, the present invention provides methods for conversion of prenyl deerivatives, obtained from biological or petrochemical sources, to isoprene by employing chemical or biological catalysts. The present invention also provides compositions that include the cultured cells or isoprene or prenyl derivatives produced there from.

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