Enzyme breaks down plastic in 250 days
A German research team led by the University of Constance has discovered a bacterial enzyme known as "Pac-Man," which accelerates the complete breakdown of bioplastics and polyesters within a period ranging from 250 to 330 days. This discovery enhances the potential to reduce plastic pollution in the environment. The enzyme demonstrates a remarkable ability to decompose plastic polymers into smaller, soluble units, aiding in the treatment of accumulated plastic waste in oceans and wilderness areas—threatening both wildlife and marine life. This breakthrough represents an important step toward developing more efficient environmental technologies for eliminating plastic pollution and reducing toxic microplastics that infiltrate the food chain.
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