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Fungus Degrades Plastic Pollution

27 June 2024

Scientists have discovered a marine fungus that can break down floating plastic pollution. This finding offers hope for tackling the growing problem of plastic waste in the oceans. The fungus, Aspergillus tubingensis, produces enzymes that can degrade polyethylene, a type of plastic commonly found in plastic bags and bottles.