Mutants of Lactobacillus casei defective in carbon catabolism regulation
US8551729B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 30, 2009 |
| Grant date | Oct 8, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 9, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12R2001/245
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention relates to the use of mutants of L. casei having at least a mutation impairing the regulation of a carbon catabolite repression (CCR) mechanism involving the PTS protein HPr, for the preparation of a food product.The use of said mutants allows for instance to impart to said food products an improved texture and flavor, and/or a higher content in aroma compounds.
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