Transgenic microalgae and use thereof for oral delivery of proteins
US9827280B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 23, 2015 |
| Grant date | Nov 28, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 23, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC07K2319/06
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Transgenic microalgae expressing at least one exogenous biologically active protein. The protein-expressing microalgae are used for the oral delivery of the biologically active protein to the target organism in its intact and functional form. The exogenous protein, expressed in algae, is characterized by being biologically active, exerting at least one specific activity having a beneficial effect on the subject consuming the algae. The transgenic microalgae are used as animal food for aquatic or land animals welfare or as food supplement for human healthcare.
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