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Biopolymer Thickener

 

Reference ID:
 OSU Docket 99-07
Inventors:
Janine Trempy, Eric Paul Knoshaug, William Sandine, Jeff Allen Ahlgren, and Karen  Dierksen
Description:
 Lactic acid bacteria are capable of producing many types of exopolysaccharides, some of which play important roles as thickeners and stabilizers in food products. This  invention includes a natural isolate of Lactococcus lactis ssp. cremoris that produces a smooth body and excellent texture in low fat or no fat dairy products. This bacterial  strain  is GRAS (Generally Regarded As Safe) which can be added to foods.
Applications:
 Microbial polysaccharides have diverse applications. Foods, chemicals, pharmaceuticals and waste treatment and oil recovery facilities all exploit various features of microbial  polysaccharides. They are derived naturally, and are not a threat to the environment. This invention has particular application in the dairy industry for  producing low-fat dairy products with the texture and appeal of high-fat dairy products.
License Terms:
 Available for exclusive licensing by field of use.
Patent Status:
 Patent application has been filed.

 

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