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Scientists discover a plastic-eating “Pac-Man” enzyme with a surprising secret
First reported Oct 16, 6:32 AM ET · Latest Oct 18, 8:36 AM ET
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- Scientists discover a surprising twist in Japan's 7,300-year-old volcanic apocalypse — ScienceDaily
A catastrophic volcanic eruption 7,300 years ago devastated Japan, but new research reveals that its impact on prehistoric populations was far more complex than previously believed. While some communities disappeared or declined, others unexpectedly flourished
- Scientists discover a plastic-eating “Pac-Man” enzyme with a surprising secret — ScienceDaily
Scientists have discovered a remarkable “Pac-Man enzyme” that helps bacteria devour certain types of plastic and may offer new hope in the fight against plastic pollution. Researchers found that several biodegradable plastics completely broke down in soil with
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