Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology – Process of mutation – cell fusion – or genetic modification – Introduction of a polynucleotide molecule into or...
Reexamination Certificate
2006-11-21
2006-11-21
Mehta, Ashwin D. (Department: 1638)
Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology
Process of mutation, cell fusion, or genetic modification
Introduction of a polynucleotide molecule into or...
C435S320100, C435S419000, C800S287000, C800S278000, C536S024100
Reexamination Certificate
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07138278
ABSTRACT:
The current invention provides the promoter of theZea maysnuclear gene encoding glutamine synthetase. Compositions comprising this sequence are described, as are plants transformed with such compositions. Further provided are methods for the expression of transgenes in plants comprising the use of these sequences. The methods of the invention include the direct creation of transgenic plants with the cytoplasmic glutamine synthetase promoter by genetic transformation, as well as by plant breeding methods. The sequences of the invention represent a valuable new tool for the creation of transgenic plants, preferably having one or more added beneficial characteristics.
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Hinchey Brendan
Song Hee-Sook
Fulbright & Jaworski L.L.P.
Kingdon Worley Cathy
Mehta Ashwin D.
Monsanto Technology L.L.C.
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