Corbion Biotech, Inc.

Terravia Holdings, Inc.

Aren Ewing

Scott Franklin

George N Rudenko

Aravind Somanchi

David Davis

Jason Casolari

Riyaz Bhat

Shane A Brubaker

Matthew Shoa-Azar

The present invention relates to beta-ketoacyl ACP synthase genes of the KASI/KASIV type and proteins encoded by these genes. The genes can be included in nucleic acid constructs, vectors or host cells. Expression of the gene products can alter the fatty acid profile of host cells. The KAS genes can be combined with a FATA or FATB thioesterase gene to create a cell that produces an increased amount of C8-C16 fatty acids. Suitable host cells include plastidic cells of plants or microalgae. Oleaginous microalga host cells with the new genes are disclosed.

Ketoacyl ACP synthase genes and uses thereof

Genetically engineered microbial, e.g.,, cells producing microbial oils are useful as a food additive and a source of renewable fuels and industrial chemicals. Lipid biosynthesis genes forare disclosed that are useful for increasing lipid production and altering fatty acid and triacylglycerol profiles in recombinant microrganisms including cells of the genusor

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