Wax Worms: Nature's Answer to the Plastic Crisis?

Frederica Bertocchini has made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of plastic degradation using biological systems.

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The wax worm, Galleria mellonella, is capable of degrading sturdy synthetic polymers like PE and PS.

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Plastics are synthetic molecules derived from fossil fuels and largely resistant to degradation.

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The enzymes in the wax worm's saliva might hold the key to a sustainable solution for plastic degradation.

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Biological degradation offers a promising approach to address the plastic waste disposal issue.

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The journey from studying embryonic development to plastic degradation showcases Bertocchini's versatility as a researcher.

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The wax worm's saliva could be nature's own solution to the synthetic problem of plastics.

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The world is on the brink of an environmental revolution, with biological systems at its core.

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The future of plastic degradation looks promising, with nature itself offering solutions.

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The future of plastic degradation looks promising, with nature itself offering solutions.

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