Microorganisms engineered to use unconventional sources of nitrogen
AssigneeGinkgo Bioworks, Inc.
InventorsColin R. South, Arthur J. Shaw, IV
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Abstract
Disclosed are genetically engineered organisms, such as yeast and bacteria, that have the ability to metabolize atypical nitrogen sources, such as melamine and cyanamide. Fermentation methods using the genetically engineered organisms are also described. The methods of the invention are robust processes for the industrial bioproduction of a variety of compounds, including commodities, fine chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.
Claims9
A genetically engineered organism, wherein the genetically engineered organism has been transformed by a nucleic acid molecule;
- the nucleic acid molecule comprises the non-native gene cah and the non-native gene DUR1,2.
A recombinant vector comprising a gene operably linked to a promoter, wherein the gene encodes cyanamide hydratase, and the vector further comprises a DUR1,2 gene.
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