Nucleic acid sequences encoding transcription factors regulating alkaloid biosynthesis and their use in modifying plant metabolism
US9988640B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 7, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jun 5, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 28, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N15/8218
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Plant metabolism and alkaloid levels can be regulated by transcription factors that regulate the nicotinic alkaloid biosynthetic pathway. In one embodiment, the disclosure provides a transcription factor that negatively regulates alkaloid biosynthesis, such as nicotine biosynthesis.
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