Microbial upcycling of plastic waste to levodopa - Nature Sustainability The production of high-value chemicals can involve energy-intensive processes, necessitating sustainable production strategies. Here the authors present a circular bioeconomy approach, upcycling plast...

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Scientists used bacteria to turn PET waste into L-DOPA (a Parkinson’s drug). A proof of concept with *huge potential*! A promising way to further the green/sustainable production of drugs and materials. @nature.com

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A simple metal could solve the world’s plastic recycling problem Scientists at Northwestern University have developed a groundbreaking nickel-based catalyst that could transform the way the world recycles plastic. Instead of requiring tedious sorting, the catalyst ...

A nickel-based catalyst from Northwestern University could revolutionize plastic recycling by breaking down mixed polyolefins (including PVC-contaminated waste) into reusable oils, waxes, and fuels, without sorting. www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...

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Rethinking Recycling: How Localized Plastic Upcycling Can Secure Raw Materials for Industry Sustainability Soundbites from E+E Leader · Episode

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