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Genes for enhanced lipid metabolism for accumulation of lipids

US8722359B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 21, 2011
Grant dateMay 13, 2014
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Expiry dateJul 3, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Y203/0102
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Provided herein are exemplary genes, constructs and methods for the formation of triacylglycerols (TAGs). The exemplary genes include a phosphatic acid phosphohydrolase (PA Hydrolase) gene, a diacylglycerol o-acyltransferase (DAGAT2A) gene, and a phospholipid:diacylglycerol acyltransferase (LROI) gene.

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