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May 28, 2026RSC AdvancesOpen Access

Rethinking microplastic cleanup: sustainable bioremediation compared to conventional physical-chemical methods

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SCSudeshna ChellUDUttiya DeyKDK Reeju Das

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Overview

Randomized trial compares bioremediation techniques to physical-chemical methods for microplastic remediation, suggesting more sustainable options.

Key Points

  • The research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of bioremediation for microplastic cleanup in comparison to traditional methods.
  • Integrated sustainable remediation techniques were employed for the study.
  • A circular economy framework was utilized to assess impacts.
  • Physical-chemical methods served as a control for comparison.
  • Bioremediation techniques showed a higher efficiency in microplastic breakdown vs physical-chemical methods.
  • Significant reductions in microplastic levels were observed using sustainable practices.
  • Environmental impact assessments favored bioremediation approaches over conventional methods.

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Chell et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a17dcf93fad632b0f9d9aa2https://doi.org/10.1039/d6ra02881k
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