TODAY’S PATENT – FERMENTIVE PRODUCTION OF FOUR CARBON ALCOHOLS

The said invention with the Patent Number US8178328B2 was registered by USPTO on May 15th, 2012.

This invention introduces methods for the fermentative production of four-carbon alcohols, focusing particularly on butanol, with a preference for isobutanol. The process involves the fermentative growth of a recombinant bacterium engineered to express an isobutanol biosynthetic pathway.

Traditionally, butanol is produced through chemical synthesis or petrochemical processes, which can be costly and environmentally detrimental. However, fermentative production offers a more sustainable and eco-friendly alternative. By harnessing the metabolic capabilities of microorganisms, such as bacteria, to convert renewable feedstocks into valuable chemical compounds, including butanol, this method presents a promising avenue for bio-based production of four-carbon alcohols.

This patent represents a significant advancement in the field of bio-based chemical production, offering a sustainable and renewable approach to the synthesis of four-carbon alcohols. By leveraging the metabolic capabilities of recombinant bacteria, this method provides a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to conventional chemical synthesis methods, contributing to the development of a more sustainable bioeconomy.