biodegradation

Mealworms consuming polystyrene
Biotech & Recycling

Insects vs Plastic: How Mealworms and Wax Moths Biodegrade Polymers

When we think of solutions to plastic pollution, insects are not the first thing that comes to mind. Yet a growing body of research shows…

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Bacteria biodegrading plastic biofilm
Biotech & Recycling

How Bacteria Eat Plastic: The Biochemistry of Biodegradation

Plastic pollution is everywhere — in oceans, soils, and even the air we breathe. But nature is not entirely defenseless. A comprehensive 2024 review published…

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