ZJUT-China

October 21, 2023

ZJUT-China # Bacillus-based spontaneous PET remediation solution for sustainable environment # PET, a commonly used plastic material, poses a significant threat to the environment as it is resistant to natural degradation. To tackle this challenge, we have developed an innovative and sustainable approach using engineered Bacillus subtilis. Our bacteria possess five functional modules that enable them to replicate, adhere, break down, and detect PET in the environment. In addition, we have integrated a suicide switch to regulate the bacteria population and guarantee biosafety. ...