Patents Examined by Ousama M-Faiz Zaghmount
  • Strong early seed-specific gene regulatory region
    Patent number: 5965793
    Abstract: Nucleic acid sequences and methods for their use are described which provide for early seed-specific transcription, in order to modulate or modify expression of foreign or endogenous genes in seeds, particularly embryo cells. The method finds particular use in conjunction with modifying fatty acid production in seed tissue.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 12, 1999
    Assignees: Monsanto Company, Inc., Carnegie Institution of Washington
    Inventors: Pierre Broun, Chris Somerville