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61,005 resultsShowing papers similar to A Dual-Phase Bio-Capsule for the Sequestration and Degradation of Micro and Nanoplastics in Biological Systems and Aquatic Environment
ClearEnzyme-Loaded Microcapsules as Intracellular Organelles for the Degradation of Nanoplastics by Cells
Researchers developed a proof-of-concept system in which mammalian cells are loaded with enzyme-containing microcapsules capable of degrading PET nanoplastics inside cells. The study demonstrated that encapsulated PET hydrolase enzymes colocalize with endocytosed plastic nanoparticles and can degrade them within the cellular environment, suggesting a potential future approach for addressing intracellular nanoplastic contamination.
Enzyme-LoadedMicrocapsules as Intracellular Organellesfor the Degradation of Nanoplastics by Cells
Researchers showed that encapsulating PET-degrading enzymes in polymeric microcapsules and delivering them into mammalian cells via endocytosis enables intracellular degradation of nanoplastics. This proof-of-concept work opens a new avenue for cellular-level bioremediation of nanoplastic contamination.
Enzyme-LoadedMicrocapsules as Intracellular Organellesfor the Degradation of Nanoplastics by Cells
Researchers developed a proof-of-concept system in which mammalian cells were loaded with PET hydrolase enzymes via polymeric microcapsules to degrade internalized nanoplastic particles. The approach demonstrated that engineered intracellular organelle-like capsules could be used as a bioremediation strategy at the cellular level.
A concept for the biotechnological minimizing of emerging plastics, micro- and nano-plastics pollutants from the environment: A review.
This review examined biotechnological strategies for remediating plastics, micro-, and nano-plastics from the environment, cataloguing microbial and enzymatic degradation approaches, discussing their mechanistic basis, and proposing an integrated biotechnology framework for minimizing plastic pollution across terrestrial and aquatic systems.
Challenges and opportunities in bioremediation of micro-nano plastics: A review.
This review examines biological approaches to removing micro- and nanoplastics from the environment, focusing on microbial degradation and bioremediation strategies. While bioremediation holds promise, challenges remain in identifying microbes capable of degrading common plastic types and scaling these processes for practical environmental cleanup.
Enzyme-LoadedMicrocapsules as Intracellular Organellesfor the Degradation of Nanoplastics by Cells
Researchers engineered mammalian cells to act as intracellular degradation compartments for nanoplastics by loading them with PET-degrading enzymes encapsulated in polymeric microcapsules. The proof-of-concept study showed that cells successfully internalized the enzyme-loaded microcapsules via endocytosis and degraded nanoplastic particles.
Hierarchical Plant Protein Microcapsules for Hydrophilic and Hydrophobic Cargo Molecules
Not relevant to microplastics — this paper describes biodegradable plant protein microcapsules for food and pharmaceutical delivery, which meet ISO biodegradability standards for freshwater but are not themselves a microplastic source or subject.
Microbial–Enzymatic Combinatorial Approach to Capture and Release Microplastics
Researchers developed a microbial-enzymatic approach using evolved Pseudomonas aeruginosa to aggregate microplastics via biofilm formation for removal from polluted waters, then employed protease treatment to release captured plastics for downstream recovery.
Emerging biotechnological and eco-remediation strategies for the biodegradation and removal of micro/nanoplastics from the environment: A comprehensive review
Researchers reviewed emerging biotechnological and eco-remediation strategies for removing micro- and nanoplastics from the environment, synthesizing advances in synthetic microbial consortia, enzyme-mediated depolymerization, phytoremediation, and green nanomaterials while highlighting key analytical and field-implementation challenges.
Innovative Approaches to Microplastic and Nano-plastic Biodegradation
This review covers innovative biotechnological approaches to microplastic and nanoplastic biodegradation, examining the origins of these particles from larger plastic waste and intentionally manufactured microbeads. The authors assess promising biological and enzymatic strategies for accelerating breakdown of persistent plastic polymers in environmental and engineered systems.
How to Eliminate Microplastics With Biological Nanoparticles
Researchers propose using engineered pore-forming proteins—essentially biological nanoreactors—as a new approach to degrading plastic particles in the environment, leveraging protein engineering and AI-guided molecular modelling to design the system. This is an early-stage concept rather than a deployed technology, but it addresses the core challenge that no currently scalable solution exists for removing microplastics already dispersed in oceans, soils, and drinking water. If realized, this approach could complement filtration and chemical methods for microplastic remediation.
Enzyme-Loaded Microcapsules as Intracellular Organelles for the Degradation of Nanoplastics by Cells
Researchers demonstrated a proof-of-concept approach in which mammalian cells were loaded with enzyme-containing microcapsules capable of degrading PET nanoplastics inside the cells. The encapsulated PET hydrolase enzymes maintained their activity even in the acidic environment of cellular compartments and successfully broke down PET nanoparticles that the cells had absorbed. The study opens a novel line of research into using enzymatic approaches to address nanoplastic accumulation within living tissues.
Enzyme-LoadedMicrocapsules as Intracellular Organellesfor the Degradation of Nanoplastics by Cells
This study demonstrated that mammalian cells can be engineered to degrade nanoplastic particles by loading them with PET-hydrolyzing enzymes via endocytosis-based delivery. The enzyme-loaded microcapsules successfully degraded PET nanoplastics inside cells, providing a novel approach to addressing intracellular plastic contamination.
Enzyme_Metal‐Organic Framework Composites as Novel Approach for Microplastic Degradation
Researchers developed a new approach to breaking down microplastics by embedding a plastic-degrading enzyme inside a metal-organic framework, a porous crystalline material. The combined system eliminated 37% of a common plastic degradation product from contaminated water within 24 hours through both enzymatic breakdown and adsorption. The method could potentially be reused across multiple treatment cycles, offering a more practical and cost-effective strategy for cleaning microplastic pollution from water.
A Multiphase Solution to Microplastic Pollution: Integrating Enzymatic Degradation, Density Separation, and Biodegradable Innovation
This paper proposes a multiphase solution to microplastic pollution combining enzymatic degradation with innovative filtration technologies, arguing that integrating biological and physical treatment approaches is necessary to address the persistence of microplastics from single-use plastic waste.
Sustainable coagulative removal of microplastic from aquatic systems: recent progress and outlook
This review examines how natural coagulants from plants, animals, and microbes can be used to remove microplastics from water as a greener alternative to conventional chemical treatments. These bio-based coagulants, especially when combined with nanotechnology, show promising removal rates while avoiding the toxic residues left by traditional chemical approaches.
Immobilized enzyme/microorganism complexes for degradation of microplastics: A review of recent advances, feasibility and future prospects
This review examined advances in immobilized enzyme and microorganism complexes for microplastic degradation, evaluating various nanomaterial supports and highlighting the feasibility and future prospects of enzymatic approaches to removing microplastics from the environment.
Bioengineering Solutions for Microplastic Pollution
This review evaluates bioengineering approaches to remove microplastics from the environment, including using microorganisms, plants, and engineered biological systems to break down or sequester plastic particles. While current biological methods are promising, the review identifies key limitations — including the challenge of targeting very small particles — that must be overcome for practical environmental cleanup.
Hooked for Decay with Hydrophobic‐Coated Magnetic Beads to Grapple and Disintegrate Nanoplastics
Researchers developed a biohybrid catalyst system that can both capture and degrade nanoplastics using hydrophobic-coated magnetic beads. The system uses a chemical catalyst attached to magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles that first trap nanoplastics with a hydrophobic coating and then break them down through chemical reactions. The technology offers a promising approach for environmental nanoplastic remediation, as the magnetic beads can be easily recovered and reused.
Capturing the colloidal microplastics with plant-based nanocellulose networks
Researchers found that nanocellulose—a material derived from plants—can efficiently capture colloidal microplastics and even nanoplastics from water, including particles too small for conventional filters. Plant-based nanocellulose networks could offer a sustainable, biodegradable solution for removing the smallest and most challenging microplastic fractions from water.
Role of Novel Biological Agents in Plastic Degradation and Mitigation Approach towards Bioplastics
This review examines the role of novel biological agents — including bacteria, fungi, and engineered microorganisms — in degrading synthetic plastics and proposes bioplastics as a mitigation strategy to reduce persistent polymer accumulation in the environment. The authors outline the enzymatic mechanisms involved in breaking down major plastic types and discuss the potential of combining biological degradation with bioplastic adoption.
Biocatalytic strategies for the degradation of emerging micropollutants: From nanoplastics to pharmaceuticals
Researchers demonstrated that specific bacteria can break down both nanoplastics and common pharmaceuticals such as paracetamol and ibuprofen, which frequently contaminate waterways. Encasing these bacteria in alginate beads improved their stability and reusability, pointing toward practical bioremediation tools for tackling multiple classes of emerging pollutants simultaneously.
Biocatalytic strategies for the degradation of emerging micropollutants: From nanoplastics to pharmaceuticals
Researchers demonstrated that specific bacteria can break down both nanoplastics and common pharmaceuticals such as paracetamol and ibuprofen, which frequently contaminate waterways. Encasing these bacteria in alginate beads improved their stability and reusability, pointing toward practical bioremediation tools for tackling multiple classes of emerging pollutants simultaneously.
Strategies for the Remediation of Micro- and Nanoplastics from Contaminated Food and Water: Advancements and Challenges
This review summarizes existing research on methods for removing micro- and nanoplastics from contaminated food and water, including filtration, chemical treatment, and biological approaches using microorganisms. While several promising techniques exist, the complexity of real-world plastic pollution makes it difficult to scale these solutions, and more cross-disciplinary research is needed to protect food and water safety.