Polynucleotide Molecule from Haematococcus Pluvialis for Biotechnological Production of Astaxanthin

Highlights

Astaxanthin is a powerful antioxidant, 10 times more capable than other carotenoids Astaxanthin does not convert to vitamin A, circumventing fat solubility and toxicity Results in a safe food colorant, protecting against photooxidative damage Method enables the production of natural astaxanthin (100% 3S,3'S chirality)
Our Innovation

Provides a biotechnological method for production of (3S,3'S) astaxanthin or a food additive containing (3S,3'S) astaxanthin, using a host DNA segment from Haematococcus pluvialis, the richest known source of natural astaxanthin, provides coding for a carotenoid ketolase enzyme The Opportunity

Addresses burgeoning antioxidant and aquaculture markets Markets requiring safe food colorants Development Milestones

Seeking industrial cooperation with companies interested in production of natural astaxanthin

Patents:
US 5,916,791
US 5,965,795
US 6,218,599

Type of Offer: Licensing



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