Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology – Micro-organism – tissue cell culture or enzyme using process...
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2011-06-07
2011-06-07
Navarro, Albert (Department: 1645)
Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology
Micro-organism, tissue cell culture or enzyme using process...
Reexamination Certificate
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ABSTRACT:
The present disclosure identifies methods and compositions for modifying photoautotrophic organisms as hosts, such that the organisms efficiently convert carbon dioxide and light into n-alkanes, and in particular the use of such organisms for the commercial production of n-alkanes and related molecules.
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Reppas Nikos Basil
Ridley Christian Perry
Fenwick & West LLP
Hong Chang B.
Joule Unlimited, Inc.
Navarro Albert
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