New publication has characterized the microbial degradation of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) drinking straws in a coastal marine setting
Plastic pollution represents a huge environmental problem, and drinking straws are a major component of such pollution. It is estimated that 8.3 billion plastic straws contaminate the world’s beaches. Fortunately, there is a burgeoning market for biodegradable polymers that may ultimately reduce marine plastic pollution. Relatedly, light blue Phade drinking straws made of biodegradable polyhydroxyalkanoate … Continue reading New publication has characterized the microbial degradation of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) drinking straws in a coastal marine setting
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