Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology – Micro-organism – tissue cell culture or enzyme using process... – Preparing oxygen-containing organic compound
Reexamination Certificate
2009-11-20
2011-12-20
Ramirez, Delia (Department: 1652)
Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology
Micro-organism, tissue cell culture or enzyme using process...
Preparing oxygen-containing organic compound
C435S069100, C435S252300, C435S252330, C435S193000, C435S190000, C435S232000, C530S350000, C536S023200
Reexamination Certificate
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08080397
ABSTRACT:
A bioengineered synthesis scheme for the production of quinic acid from a carbon source is provided. Methods of producing quinic acid from a carbon source based on the synthesis scheme as well as conversion of quinic acid to hydroquinone are also provided.
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Frost John W.
Frost Karen M.
Board of Trustees Operating - Michigan State University
Camacho Jennifer A.
Greenberg & Traurig, LLP
Ramirez Delia
Xie Fang
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