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Mussel-inspired sticky bacteria breaks down tough plastic waste faster.
Rice University researchers harnessed the natural adhesive properties of mussels to develop bioengineered microorganisms that can strongly stick to surfaces.
The researchers developed adhesive bacteria and proteins that can help break down PET more efficiently.
This could be a valuable tool in reducing plastic pollution worldwide.
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