Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology – Process of mutation – cell fusion – or genetic modification – Introduction of a polynucleotide molecule into or...
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2007-11-09
2010-11-16
Whiteman, Brian (Department: 1635)
Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology
Process of mutation, cell fusion, or genetic modification
Introduction of a polynucleotide molecule into or...
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ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates toLactobacillusspecies recombinantly altered to express a biologically active protein. The invention also related to methods of providing the bacteria to the vagina.
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Chang Chia-Hwa
Chang Theresa Li-Yun
Lewicki John A.
Simpson David A.
Xu Qiang
Osel, Inc.
Townsend and Townsend & Crew LLP
Whiteman Brian
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