Fungus in Amazon Naturally Consumes Plastic
The Amazon rainforest, a hub of biodiversity, has yielded a significant find in a fungus with an unusual trait: it feas…
Kimchi Bacteria: A Natural Solution to Microplastic Pollution
Kimchi, a traditional Korean fermented food, contains bacteria with the remarkable ability to degrade microplastics, of…
Bacteria and Enzyme Breakthroughs in PET Plastic Recycling
Bacteria are breaking down PET plastics that could otherwise persist in the environment. *Idionella sacchiensis*, a bac…