sustainable-alternatives

UNILA-LatAm

October 21, 2023
chlamydomonas-reinhardtii, pet-type-microplastics, sustainable-alternatives
bioremediation

UNILA-LatAm # MHETYGUÁ: Microalgae of the species Chlamydomonas reinhardtii as degration devices of PET-type microplastics # Microplastic contamination from various sources is a serious environmental threat. These tiny plastic fragments, less than 5 mm in size, disperse widely, posing dangers to marine life, the food chain and potentially human health. Research has focused on the detection and solution of this problem, highlighting the need to reduce plastic consumption, improve waste management and develop sustainable alternatives. ...