DNA encoding chitin deacetylase

Details DNA encoding chitin deacetylase DNA encoding chitin deacetylase

1992-12-07

1996-06-11

Wax, Robert A.

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology

Spore forming or isolating process

4352523, 43525233, 43525411, 4353201, 536 232, C12N 121, C12N 510, C12N 1555, C12N 1563

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ABSTRACT:
Disclosed is the DNA sequence of an enzyme which catalyzes the conversion of chitin to chitosan. The enxyme exhibits substantial homology to the rhizobial nodB protein.

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