Photosystem i-hydrogenase chimeras for hydrogen production
AssigneeArizona Board of Regents on behalf of Arizona State University
InventorsKevin Redding, Andrey Kanygin
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Abstract
Provided herein, in some embodiments, are engineered cells and use of the same for increased hydrogen production. In particular, provided herein are genetically engineered cells comprising a polynucleotide encoding a fusion protein comprising a photosystem I (PSI) protein and an algal hydrogenase, as well as methods for producing such genetically engineered cells. Also provided herein are methods for increasing hydrogen (H2) production in cells.
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A fusion protein comprising a photosystem I subunit (PsaC) protein and an algal hydrogenase, wherein the hydrogenase is inserted into the hinge region of the PsaC.
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