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Nucleic acids

Nucleic acids are indispensable for biological activity. In our body

Nucleic acids are indispensable for biological activity. In our body, it exists as components of DNA and RNA that convey genetic code and become the blueprint of life. In addition, nucleic acids and related substances function as energy source, coenzyme and vitamin that are essential for cell activity.

The research for the industrial production to make nucleic acids more accessible has developed mainly in Japan utilizing technology from the traditional fermentation industries such as sake, misoes, and soy sauces. We, KYOWA HAKKO BIO, have played a central role in the research of nucleic acids fermentation taking advantage of accumulated technologies from the amino-acid fermentation research. Actually, we have succeeded both in research and industrial production.

Now various nucleic acids and related substances are produced by fermentation, and these high quality products are mainly used as raw materials of pharmaceuticals.