Plants Containing the gdhA Gene and Methods of Use Thereof (2001)
Project Leaders:Lightfoot, D.A.; Long, L.M.; Vidal, M.E.
Unit: College of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Plant, Soil, and General Agriculture
Brief Description:
This patent describes use of the gene for improving biomass that would include pyramids with other genetics. The yield increase has been proven in cereals, solanacea and brassicacea and has the added benefit of drought tolerance and increased nutritional value of products.
Patent Status:
U.S. Patent No. 6,329,573, issued December 11, 2001.
Contact:
Jeff Myers, Senior Technology Transfer Specialist, (618) 453-4543, fax: (618) 453-8038