Biological recycling and valorization of plastics are promising approaches to solve global
plastic waste accumulation. Out of diverse plastic materials, polyethylene terephthalate …

This review examines the escalating issue of plastic pollution, specifically highlighting the
detrimental effects on the environment and human health caused by microplastics and …

Plastics have accumulated in open environments, such as oceans, rivers, and land, for
centuries, but their effect has been of concern for only decades. Plastic pollution is a global …

Plastic-degrading enzymes hold promise for biocatalytic recycling of poly (ethylene
terephthalate)(PET), a key synthetic polymer. Despite their potential, the current activity of …

Microplastics (MPs), found in many places around the world, are thought to be more
detrimental than other forms of plastics. At present, physical, chemical, and biological …

Plastic pollution in aquatic environments poses significant concerns due to its potential to
serve as a refuge for aquatic pathogens. However, the role of plastic surfaces and microbial …

Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is widely used in plastic bottles, packaging, and textile
fibers. However, PET is difficult to degrade in nature and rapidly accumulates into the …

To overcome the trade-off challenge encountered in the engineering of alginate lyase AlyG2
from Seonamhaeicola algicola Gy8 T and to expand its potential industrial applications, we …

Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polyethylene (PE) are prominent polymer materials
that comprise a significant portion of commercial plastic waste. Their durability and slow …

Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) degradation by enzymatic hydrolysis is significant for
addressing plastic pollution and fostering sustainable waste management practices …