NUS scientists unveil a faster way to "train" bacteria for complex tasks, like munching plastics
May 04, 2026
May 04, 2026
SINGAPORE, May 4 -- The National University of Singapore issued the following news release:
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NUS scientists unveil a faster way to "train" bacteria for complex tasks, like munching plastics
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Their approach uses a reprogrammed virus that evolves 160,000 times faster than the host, effectively training bacteria to consume a common plastic ingredient. After five cycles, plastic degradation improved by over 50%.
Millio . . .
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NUS scientists unveil a faster way to "train" bacteria for complex tasks, like munching plastics
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Their approach uses a reprogrammed virus that evolves 160,000 times faster than the host, effectively training bacteria to consume a common plastic ingredient. After five cycles, plastic degradation improved by over 50%.
Millio . . .