Modified apoaequorin having increased bioluminescent activity

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530350, 530855, 930240, C12N 902, C07K 1300

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The present invention encompasses modified apoaequorin nucleotide and amino acid sequences capable of emitting light in the presence of luciferin and a light-triggering cation such as Ca.sup.2+, which possess bioluminescent activity greater than unmodified apoaequorin and methods of use therefore.

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