DNA encoding chitin deacetylase preparations

Details DNA encoding chitin deacetylase preparations DNA encoding chitin deacetylase preparations

1996-03-25

1999-12-21

Wax, Robert A.

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology

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

Hydrolase

C12N 978

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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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