FAE1 genes and their uses
AssigneeCargill, Incorporated
InventorsDouglas W. James, Jr., Eda Lim, Janis Keller, Hugo K. Dooner
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Abstract
The present invention provides polynucleotide sequences from FAE1 genes. FAE1 genes encode elongation enzymes which catalyze the conversion of C18 FAs to C20-C22 FAs. The polynucleotides of the invention are used to modify FAE1 gene expression and thereby modulate FA content in plant organs or parts, particularly seeds.
Claims5
An isolated polypeptide, wherein said polypeptide has an amino acid sequence with at least 90% sequence identity to the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO:2, as determined by the Needleman and Wunsch algorithm using standard parameters, wherein said polypeptide catalyzes the conversion of oleic acid to eicosenoic acid.
A polypeptide comprising the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO:2. wherein said polypeptide is at least 90% pure.
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