Abstract: A bioengineered synthesis scheme for the production of shikimic acid from a carbon source is provided. Methods of producing shikimic acid from a carbon source based on the synthesis scheme are also provided.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
September 30, 2000
Date of Patent:
October 29, 2002
Assignee:
Board of Trustees operating Michigan State University
Inventors:
John W. Frost, Karen M. Frost, David R. Knop