Carbios has created a mutant bacterial enzyme that breaks down plastic bottles for recycling in hours. This was originally discovered in a compost heap of leaves, reduced the bottles toContinue Reading
Australian scientists have discovered a means to create electricity out of thin air, literally, which is an exciting development in the realm of sustainable energy research. Monash University in Melbourne,Continue Reading
A recent study aims to use synthetic biology to address plastic pollution. Researchers have successfully engineered genetic circuits in a group of bacteria, enabling them to break down harmful plasticsContinue Reading
Researchers at Shiv Nadar University in Greater Noida have discovered two strains of ‘plastic-eating’ bacteria from the wetlands of Greater Noida. These strains have the potential to decompose polystyrene —Continue Reading
Scientists at Coimbatore-based Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) have found that a plant growth promoting rhizobacteria called Bacillus amyloliquefaciens can be used to fight Tobacco Streak Virus (TSV) in cottonContinue Reading
Natural rubber is widely used in many applications in household and industry. The disposal of rubber waste material in the environment has become a serious problem as it causes pollutionContinue Reading
The use of eco-friendly biocontrol agents as an alternative to chemical pesticides is prevalent in some farming communities. A group of scientists have now shown that it is possible toContinue Reading
