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ClearPotential of fungi isolated from the dumping sites mangrove rhizosphere soil to degrade polythene
Researchers screened 109 fungal isolates from mangrove rhizosphere soils in India and identified two Aspergillus species — A. terreus and A. sydowii — capable of significantly degrading polyethylene plastic, with one strain reducing tensile strength by over 94%. The findings expand the toolkit of plastic-degrading microorganisms and support the use of mangrove fungi in bioremediation of polyethylene waste.
Exploring Fungi-mediated Biodegradation Pathway of Polymers in Environmental Systems(Dump Sites)
This study explored how fungi found at waste dump sites can break down plastic polymers including nylon bags. Species such as Aspergillus niger were identified and showed some capacity for polymer degradation, suggesting potential use in plastic bioremediation.
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.
Biodegradation of plastics waste using fungi: A review
This review assessed fungal biodegradation of plastic waste, highlighting species such as Aspergillus spp. and Penicillium spp. that produce specific enzymes capable of breaking down synthetic polymers, positioning fungal pathways as a promising biological approach to plastic waste remediation.
An overview on role of fungi in systematic plastic degradation
This review examines the role of fungi in plastic degradation, surveying fungal species and enzymes capable of breaking down common polymers and discussing their potential for sustainable bioremediation of plastic pollution in the environment.
Biodegradation of polyethylene by indigenous fungi from waste recycling site, South West, Nigeria
Researchers isolated fungi from a Nigerian plastic dumpsite and found that Aspergillus nidulans, Eurotium repens, and Penicillium chrysogenum can break down polyethylene plastic, causing measurable weight loss and chemical changes in the plastic. These naturally occurring fungi could offer a cheap, eco-friendly method for managing plastic waste in developing countries.
Screening and Isolation of Polypropylene Degrading Fungi from Waste Dumping Site, Kolhapur, India
Researchers screened soil samples from a solid waste dump site in Kolhapur, India to isolate fungi capable of degrading polypropylene, identifying a promising strain through 18S rRNA analysis as Cladosporium halotolerans. Over eight months of incubation in aqueous medium without UV pretreatment, the fungal strain demonstrated measurable polypropylene biodegradation, suggesting it as a candidate organism for plastic waste bioremediation.
The Diversity of Fungi in Landfill and their Potential to Degrade Plastic
Researchers isolated 24 fungal morphotypes from plastic waste samples at Terjun Landfill in Medan, Indonesia, screening them for plastic-degradation potential on mineral salt medium with plastic powder. Among five promising isolates identified by molecular methods — including Fusarium solani, Aspergillus fumigatus, and Aspergillus niger — the Fusarium solani isolate achieved 20.83% weight reduction of low-density polyethylene sheets after 45 days.
Low-Density Polyethylene Film Biodegradation Potential by Fungal Species from Thailand
Thirty fungal species from Thailand were screened for low-density polyethylene biodegradation ability, with several showing measurable weight loss and surface modification of PE films over a 90-day incubation period, and Aspergillus and Trichoderma species among the most effective degraders, supporting further development of fungal-based plastic bioremediation.
Myco-remediation of plastic pollution: current knowledge and future prospects
Researchers reviewed the growing body of evidence showing that fungi can break down common plastics — including polyethylene, polystyrene, and polypropylene — by secreting specialized enzymes that attack and mineralize plastic polymers, with many effective species coming from the Aspergillus and Penicillium families. The review calls for metagenomic approaches to discover more plastic-degrading fungi and develop them into practical bioremediation tools.
The Role of Marine Fungi in Degradation of Microplastic and Plastics – a Review
This review examines the role of marine fungi in the biodegradation of microplastics and bulk plastics, synthesising literature on over 400 known plastic-degrading microorganism species and highlighting the most significant fungal groups capable of decomposing plastic materials in marine environments.
Screening of Fungal Isolates for Biodegradation Potentials of Low-Density Polyethylene from Selected Dumpsites
Researchers screened fungi isolated from soil at Nigerian waste dump sites for their ability to degrade low-density polyethylene plastic, identifying candidate species for potential use in bioremediation. Fungal biodegradation of common plastics like LDPE could help address plastic waste in environments with poor waste management infrastructure.
Biodegradation of plastic by some Microorganisms as influenced by Chemical factors
This study examined microbial and enzymatic biodegradation of plastic materials, testing which fungi and bacteria can break down common plastics under various chemical conditions. Fungi like Penicillium and Aspergillus showed capacity to degrade plastic, offering potential biological pathways for plastic waste management.
Bioprospecting of Mangrove Filamentous Fungi for the Biodegradation of Polyethylene Microplastics
Researchers screened mangrove-associated filamentous fungi for the ability to biodegrade polyethylene microplastics, identifying candidate strains with plastic-degrading potential. Selected fungal isolates showed measurable polyethylene degradation activity, expanding the known roster of plastic-degrading organisms and highlighting mangrove ecosystems as a source of environmentally relevant bioremediation agents.
Optimizing Eco-Friendly Degradation of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Plastic Using Environmental Strains of Malassezia Species and Aspergillus fumigatus
Researchers isolated fungi from landfill soils and identified strains of Aspergillus and Malassezia species capable of degrading polyvinyl chloride plastic. They optimized conditions for the fungi's depolymerase activity and found that temperature, pH, and metal ion supplements significantly influenced degradation efficiency. The study suggests that these environmental fungi could contribute to eco-friendly approaches for reducing PVC plastic pollution.
Prospection of marine filamentous fungi in the biodegradation of microplastic
This Brazilian study examined whether marine filamentous fungi can biodegrade microplastics, exploring their enzyme systems and degradation mechanisms. Marine fungi represent an underexplored biological resource for breaking down the plastic pollution accumulating in ocean environments.
Determination of Biodegradation Potential of Aspergillus niger, Candida albicans, and Acremonium sclerotigenum on Polyethylene, Polyethylene Terephthalate, and Polystyrene Microplastics
Researchers tested the ability of three fungal species to biodegrade polyethylene, polyethylene terephthalate, and polystyrene microplastics over 30 days. Aspergillus niger showed the strongest degradation of polyethylene with 16% weight loss, while other fungi performed better on different plastic types. The study demonstrates that fungal biodegradation is a promising approach for breaking down common microplastics, as confirmed by visible surface changes and chemical alterations in the treated plastics.
Plastic-inhabiting fungi in marine environments and PCL degradation activity
Researchers collected fungi growing on plastic waste along Korean coastlines and tested their ability to break down a biodegradable plastic called polycaprolactone (PCL), finding that 87 out of 108 species identified showed some degradation ability. This suggests that ocean plastic surfaces host a diverse community of fungi that could potentially be harnessed to biologically break down plastic pollution in marine environments.
Biodegradation of polyvinyl chloride by Mucor s.p. and Penicillium s.p. isolated from soil
Researchers isolated soil fungi capable of degrading PVC plastic without added plasticizers, an important step toward biological methods for breaking down one of the most difficult-to-recycle plastics. Fungal biodegradation could offer a way to reduce the environmental accumulation of PVC and its microplastic fragments.
Biodegradation of PBSA Films by Elite Aspergillus Isolates and Farmland Soil
Researchers isolated two Aspergillus fungal strains from farmland soil that efficiently degrade PBSA biodegradable mulch films, demonstrating that agricultural soils harbor fungi capable of breaking down these plastic alternatives under realistic field conditions.
Fungal Enzymes Involved in Plastics Biodegradation
Researchers reviewed the current literature on fungal enzymes capable of degrading various types of plastic polymers. The study cataloged different enzyme classes including laccases, peroxidases, and cutinases, describing their characteristics and efficacy against specific plastics. Evidence indicates that fungi offer a promising biological approach to plastic biodegradation due to their diverse array of enzymes specialized in breaking down recalcitrant substances.
A study on the ability of some fungi isolated from oil soil contaminated to biodegradation plastic and paper waste in Kirkuk city
Researchers evaluated the capacity of fungi isolated from oil-contaminated soil in Kirkuk City, Iraq to biodegrade plastic and paper waste under laboratory conditions, testing fungal isolates on different substrate types over defined incubation periods. The study identified several fungal species with measurable plastic-degrading activity, contributing to knowledge of soil microbial biodegradation potential in petroleum-contaminated environments.
Ability of fungi isolated from plastic debris floating in the shoreline of a lake to degrade plastics
Researchers isolated over 100 fungal strains from plastic debris floating in a Swiss lake and tested their ability to degrade polyethylene and polyurethane, finding that none could degrade polyethylene but four species degraded polyurethane. The results highlight the limited capacity of naturally occurring plastic-colonizing fungi to break down the most abundant plastic polymers in the environment.
Biodegradation of municipal plastic wastes collected from solid waste landfills of Jammu, India
This study tested soil bacteria and fungi isolated from a landfill in Jammu, India, for their ability to biodegrade low-density polyethylene and other municipal plastic wastes. Identifying landfill-derived microorganisms capable of degrading common plastics could lead to bioremediation strategies for plastic-contaminated sites.