Scientists discovered that bacteria commonly found in wastewater can break down plastic to turn it into a food source, a finding that researchers hope could be a promising answer to combat one of ...

A new study finds a bacterium in this family can break down the plastic for food. Researchers also identified the enzyme the bacterium use to degrade plastic. The discovery opens new possibilities ...

Plastic pollution is everywhere, and a good amount of it is composed of polyethylene terephthalate (PET, ♳). This polymer is used to make bottles, containers and even clothing. Now, researchers report ...

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Black-colored plastic used in children’s toys ... “The average home contains more than 20 electronic products, including televisions, smartphones, computers, gaming systems and tablets.

Pathogenic viruses and antibiotic-resistant bacteria thrive on plastic. The biohazard risks of this ‘plastisphere’ shouldn’t be overlooked in efforts to tackle the pollution crisis.

The marine biologist was doing experiments on the seashore in England and found plastic clogging all of his scientific instruments. "We looked at the sand samples down the microscope, and in and ...

PETALING JAYA, Sept 26 — A total of 20 hypermarkets, supermarkets, convenience stores, and pharmacy, health, and beauty chains will no longer provide single-use plastic bags at their 8,000 outlets ...