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ClearExploration The Candidates of Xenobiotic Degrading Indigenous Bacteria from Probolinggo City Landfill by Using Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)
Using next-generation DNA sequencing, researchers characterized bacteria in soil from a landfill in Probolinggo City, Indonesia, identifying candidates for biodegradation of synthetic compounds including plastics. Identifying landfill bacteria capable of degrading plastic is a step toward developing microbial solutions for plastic pollution remediation.
Characterization of microplastic degrading bacteria isolated from the Putri Cempo landfill
Researchers isolated bacteria from a landfill in Indonesia and characterized their ability to degrade microplastics, identifying indigenous strains with potential for use in bioremediation of plastic pollution.
Distribution and biodegradation analysis of polyvinyl chloride microplastic by indigenous bacteria isolated from Supit Urang Landfill, Malang, Indonesia
Scientists isolated bacteria from an Indonesian landfill and tested their ability to break down polyvinyl chloride (PVC) microplastics, using molecular and bioinformatic approaches to identify the best degraders. The findings point toward bioremediation as a potential tool for reducing persistent PVC plastic waste, one of the more toxic and durable plastic types in the environment.
Identifikasi Bakteri Pendegradasi Polipropilen Pada Limbah Masker Dari Tpa Piyungan
This Indonesian study identified bacteria capable of degrading polypropylene in disposable face mask waste collected from a landfill. Bacteria that can break down synthetic polymers offer a potential biological tool for reducing microplastic formation from the large volumes of mask waste generated during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Identification and Characterization of Microplastic Degrading Bacteria in Three Landfills of Lampung Province
Researchers isolated and characterized microplastic-degrading bacteria from three landfills in Lampung Province, Indonesia, identifying species capable of using plastic as a carbon source with potential utility for bioremediation of plastic-contaminated sites.
Exploration of Plastic-Degrading Bacteria From Marina Beach, Semarang, Central Java
Indonesian researchers isolated bacteria from Marina Beach in Semarang that could degrade plastic, testing their ability to break down polyethylene and polypropylene. The bacteria showed measurable plastic-degrading activity under lab conditions. Identifying locally occurring plastic-degrading microbes supports the development of bioremediation strategies for plastic pollution in Indonesian marine environments.
Potency of Indigenous Microbes of Piyungan Landfill Yogyakarta for Microplastic Biodegradation
Indigenous bacteria and fungi isolated from a landfill in Yogyakarta, Indonesia showed potential for biodegrading microplastics, offering a nature-based approach to plastic waste remediation.
Isolates of Polypropylene-degrading Bacteria from a Landfill
Researchers isolated and characterized polypropylene-degrading bacteria from a landfill site, identifying microbial strains capable of breaking down this widely used plastic, including the polypropylene found in disposable medical face masks that increased in use during the COVID-19 pandemic. The isolates demonstrated measurable degradation activity on polypropylene substrates, contributing to the search for biodegradation-based plastic waste management solutions.
Bioprospecting indigenous bacteria from landfill leachate for enhanced polypropylene microplastics degradation
Researchers isolated bacteria from landfill leachate to test their ability to degrade polypropylene microplastics. They identified a novel Staphylococcus haemolyticus strain that reduced polypropylene dry weight by over 25% in 30 days, with surface and chemical analysis confirming structural degradation through hydrolysis and oxidation.
Identification and degradation potential of microplastics by indigenous bacteria isolated from Putri Cempo Landfill, Surakarta, Indonesia
Researchers isolated and identified bacteria from the Putri Cempo Landfill in Surakarta, Indonesia using Soil Extract Media, then evaluated their ability to degrade different types of plastic contaminants found in agricultural environments, aiming to develop bioremediation solutions for microplastic contamination in farmland soils.
Exploring untapped bacterial communities and potential polypropylene-degrading enzymes from mangrove sediment through metagenomics analysis
Researchers used metagenomics analysis to explore bacterial communities in mangrove sediments that may be capable of breaking down polypropylene plastic. The study compared microbial communities exposed to virgin and chemically pretreated polypropylene over several months. Evidence indicates that certain bacterial taxa in mangrove environments possess enzymes with potential polypropylene-degrading activity, suggesting possible biological pathways for plastic waste remediation.
Isolation and Identification of Indigenous Plastic-Degrading Bacteria from Dumai’s Ocean Water of Riau Province
Researchers isolated and identified plastic-degrading bacteria from the coastal waters of Dumai, Indonesia, finding indigenous microbial populations capable of breaking down plastic polymers. Local plastic-degrading bacteria represent a potentially sustainable biological tool for addressing microplastic contamination in affected environments.
Metagenomic Analysis of Polypropylene and Low-Density Polyethylene Plastispheres from an Intensive Agriculture Waste Landfill
Researchers used shotgun metagenomics to analyze the microbial communities growing on polyethylene and polypropylene plastic surfaces collected from an agricultural waste landfill. The analysis identified enzymes potentially involved in plastic biodegradation, particularly from the bacterial genus Phyllobacterium, including sarcosine oxidases, cytochrome P450, and multicopper oxidases that may initiate the breakdown of these plastics.
Isolation and Characterization of Polyethylene and Polyethylene Terephthalate-degrading Bacteria from Jakarta Bay, Indonesia
Researchers isolated bacteria from Jakarta Bay, Indonesia, that showed the ability to degrade polyethylene and polyethylene terephthalate microplastics in laboratory conditions. They identified the most effective bacterial strains and confirmed plastic degradation through weight loss measurements and surface analysis. The study supports the potential of using naturally occurring marine bacteria for bioremediation of plastic-polluted coastal environments.
Potential Microplastic-Degrading Bacteria from Mangrove Sediment in The Paluh Getah Area, Percut Sei Tuan District
Ten bacterial strains isolated from mangrove sediments in North Sumatra were screened for microplastic degradation, with three promising isolates showing growth on LDPE, HDPE, PET, PP, and PS substrates, identifying mangrove bacteria as a potential source of plastic-degrading microbes.
Bioprospecting Evidence of Polyethylene Degrading Bacteria in the Mojo Pemalang Mangrove Rehabilitation Areas
Researchers conducted bioprospecting in the Mojo Pemalang mangrove rehabilitation areas of Indonesia, identifying bacteria with the capacity to degrade polyethylene microplastics that accumulate in mangrove sediments and inhibit ecosystem recovery. The study provided evidence that PE-degrading bacterial communities are present in these environments, suggesting natural attenuation potential for plastic pollution in mangroves.
16S rRNA Gen Analysis of Plastic Destruction Bacteries, South Sumatra, Indonesia
Researchers used 16S rRNA gene analysis with universal PCR primers to identify and characterize plastic-degrading bacteria isolated from the Musi River Estuary in South Sumatra, Indonesia, focusing on strains capable of degrading film, fiber, and fragment microplastic types.
Abundance and Phylogenetic Analysis of High-density Polyethylene (hdpe) Biodegrading Bacteria from Brantas River, Malang City
Researchers isolated and characterized six bacterial strains from Brantas River, Malang City capable of biodegrading high-density polyethylene (HDPE), finding that isolates K2 (5.41%), K22 (5.16%), and K5 showed measurable plastic degradation in quantitative tests, with phylogenetic analysis confirming their identities.
New insights on municipal solid waste (MSW) landfill plastisphere structure and function
Characterization of a large municipal solid waste landfill plastisphere found that plastic surfaces harbored more diverse bacterial communities than surrounding refuse, with abundant plastic-degrading genera including Bacillus, Pseudomonas, and Paenibacillus detected in both environments.
Potensi Mikroorganisme Sebagai Agen Bioremediasi Mikroplastik Di Laut
This Indonesian review examines microorganisms with the potential to biodegrade microplastics in marine environments, including bacteria that can use plastic as a carbon source. Identifying plastic-degrading microbes is a step toward developing biological remediation strategies for marine microplastic pollution.
Identification and Screening of Enzymatic Activity of Degrading Fungi Microplastics in Three Final Processing Sites (TPA) in the Province Lampung
Researchers screened fungi from three landfill sites in Lampung Province, Indonesia for microplastic-degrading enzymatic activity, identifying several fungal strains capable of degrading plastic polymers as candidates for bioremediation applications.
Isolation and Identification of Four Strains of Bacteria with Potential to Biodegrade Polyethylene and Polypropylene from Mangrove
Researchers screened mangrove sediment and surface water bacteria for the ability to biodegrade polyethylene and polypropylene microplastics, successfully isolating four candidate strains. The identified bacteria showed measurable plastic degradation activity, highlighting mangrove ecosystems as a source of novel plastic-degrading microorganisms.
Exploring genetic landscape of low-density polyethylene degradation for sustainable troubleshooting of plastic pollution at landfills
Researchers investigated the genetic mechanisms behind microbial degradation of low-density polyethylene plastic at one of India's largest landfill sites. They identified specific bacterial strains capable of breaking down the plastic and characterized the genes and metabolic pathways involved in the degradation process. The findings point toward potential biological strategies for addressing plastic pollution at landfills, though the degradation rates remain slow compared to the scale of the problem.
Microbial Allies in Plastic Degradation: Specific bacterial genera as universal plastic-degraders in various environments
Researchers identified specific bacterial genera capable of degrading multiple types of plastic across different environments including landfill soil, sewage sludge, and river water. They found that certain bacteria, such as Pseudomonas and Bacillus species, consistently appeared as effective plastic degraders regardless of the environment. The study suggests that these universal plastic-degrading bacteria could be valuable candidates for developing bioremediation strategies to address plastic pollution.