Scientists engineer bacteria to produce eco-friendly plastic ingredient

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Scientists engineered bacteria to produce a key ingredient for stronger, eco-friendly plastics from sugar. This new biological pathway achieved the highest yield ever recorded for 2,5-PDCA, a promising alternative to petroleum-derived plastic components. The research offers a viable blueprint for sustainable plastic production, potentially reducing reliance on fossil fuels.


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