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Exploitation of Potential Extremophiles for Bioremediation of Microplastics: A Biotechnological Approach

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Rakesh Goswami, Bidyut Bandyopadhyay, Sanjoy Sadhukhan

Summary

Researchers reviewed the potential of extremophile microorganisms — those that thrive in harsh environments — as biological tools for breaking down microplastics, suggesting that their unique enzymes and metabolic abilities could be harnessed for more effective bioremediation of plastic pollution.

Due to their widespread use in consumer products, construction, building, and agriculture, plastics have a significant economic impact on every area of the global economy. Since they are utilized to make a variety of goods, such as protective materials, sanitary...

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