N.C. State: Genetically Modified Bacteria Break Down Plastics in Saltwater
September 15, 2023
September 15, 2023
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 15 (TNSres) -- North Carolina State University issued the following news release:
Researchers have genetically engineered a marine microorganism to break down plastic in salt water. Specifically, the modified organism can break down polyethylene terephthalate (PET), a plastic used in everything from water bottles to clothing that is a significant contributor to microplastic pollution in oceans.
"This is exciting because we need to add . . .
Researchers have genetically engineered a marine microorganism to break down plastic in salt water. Specifically, the modified organism can break down polyethylene terephthalate (PET), a plastic used in everything from water bottles to clothing that is a significant contributor to microplastic pollution in oceans.
"This is exciting because we need to add . . .