Human RNase III and compositions and uses thereof

Details Human RNase III and compositions and uses thereof Human RNase III and compositions and uses thereof

2004-12-02

2009-02-17

McGarry, Sean R (Department: 1635)

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology

Enzyme , proenzyme; compositions thereof; process for...

Hydrolase

C435S006120, C435S183000, C435S455000, C435S440000, C424S094100

Reexamination Certificate

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07491524

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides polynucleotides encoding human RNase III and polypeptides encoded thereby. Methods of using said polynucleotides and polypeptides are also provided.

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