Finding alternatives to diminish plastic pollution has become one of the main challenges of
modern life. A few alternatives have gained potential for a shift toward a more circular and …

Microplastic (MP) pollution has attracted global attention due to the extensive use of plastic
products. The hydrophobic MP surface provides a habitat for multiple microorganisms …

The global environmental pollution by micro-and macro-plastics reveals the consequences
of an extensive use of recalcitrant plastic products together with inappropriate waste …

Abstract Background Thermophilic Bacillus is well tolerated under high temperature
conditions, being beneficial to maintain vitality during thermal processing. Characteristics of …

Biodegradation of polylactic acid (PLA) in the natural environment is usually slow. This study
aims to develop a bacterial consortium that biodegrades semi-crystalline PLA films with high …

Biodegradable plastics has aroused increasing concern due to the negative environmental
impact of plastic waste, however, the impact of biodegradable plastics mixed into kitchen …

Xenobiotic compounds are man-made compounds and widely used in dyes, drugs,
pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, explosives, and other industrial chemicals. These …

Petrochemical-based synthetic plastics poses a threat to humans, wildlife, marine life and
the environment. Given the magnitude of eventual depletion of petrochemical sources and …

Drought stress hampers plant growth and productivity. Some microorganisms mitigate stress
in plants; however, the molecular mechanism by which they interact with plants in mitigating …

The global utilization of single-use, non-biodegradable plastics, such as bottles made of
polyethylene terephthalate (PET), has contributed to catastrophic levels of plastic pollution …