Bacteria convert plastic waste into paracetamol

Scientists have discovered bacteria capable of converting plastic waste into paracetamol, a common pain reliever, potentially revolutionizing waste management. Researchers at the University of Edinburgh's Chemical Biotechnology Laboratory found the bacteria, through intracellular fermentation, can transform plastic into the drug. This process could allow for the repurposing of plastic bottles into medicine. The breakthrough, published in Nature, utilizes synthetic biology to create new biological pathways within the bacteria, guiding the conversion process. This discovery offers a new approach to waste management.