Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology – Vector – per se
Reexamination Certificate
2005-08-09
2005-08-09
Patterson, Jr., Charles L. (Department: 1652)
Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology
Vector, per se
C435S252700, C536S024100
Reexamination Certificate
active
06927059
ABSTRACT:
A nucleic acid sequence which regulates the autolytic activity of bacteria is provided. Methods for identifying and using agents which interact with the gene to inhibit bacterial growth and infectivity also are provided.
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Licata & Tyrrell P.C.
Patterson Jr. Charles L.
Trustees of Dartmouth College
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