Bacterium for the production of an exopolysaccharide comprising N-acetylglucosamine and D-glucose

摘要

The present disclosure is directed to microorganisms that are genetically modified to express at least one exogenous enzyme involved in N-acetylglucosamine uptake and metabolism. Methods for the production of an exopolysaccharide are also disclosed. The exopolysaccharide comprises N-acetylglucosamine and D-glucose and may be used as a bioresorbable implant for soft tissue repair, replacement, or augmentation.