Published in Trends in Biotechnology · View the paper (DOI)
Researchers have successfully produced biodegradable plastics with ring-like structures, which could be used for biomedical applications such as drug delivery. The bacteria-based production method has the potential to replace petroleum-based plastics, offering a sustainable alternative.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Bacteria make thermally stable plastics similar to polystyrene and PET for the first time Cell Press · Aug 21, 2024 · first to report
- KAIST finds ways for bacteria to produce PET-like materials The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) · Sep 10, 2024