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Review
. 2020 Nov;38(11):1196-1199.
doi: 10.1016/j.tibtech.2020.03.002. Epub 2020 Apr 21.

Biotechnological Potential for Microplastic Waste

Abhishek Kumar Awasthi  1 , Quanyin Tan  2 , Jinhui Li  3
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Biotechnological Potential for Microplastic Waste

Abhishek Kumar Awasthi et al. Trends Biotechnol. 2020 Nov.

Abstract

Plastic has become a critical material in the modern world due to its low cost and easy production. However, inadequate management and open disposal make plastic a major obstacle to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This article emphasizes the role of biotechnology in addressing the issue of microplastic waste.

Keywords: microbial degradation; microplastic; waste management; waste pollution.

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