Nature’s fight against plastic pollution: Algae for plastic biodegradation and bioplastics production

The increased global demand for plastic materials has led to severe plastic waste pollution, particularly to the marine environment. This critical issue affects both sea life and human beings since microplastics can enter the food chain and cause several health impacts. Plastic recycling, chemical t...

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Main Authors: Wen Yi Chia, Doris Ying Ying Tang, Kuan Shiong Khoo, Andrew Ng Kay Lup, Kit Wayne Chew
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2020-10-01
Series:Environmental Science and Ecotechnology
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666498420300570