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The HS2 Skanska Costain STRABAG joint venture has secured extra funding to trial repurposed London Clay as a low carbon alternative to cement. The JV is working with Arup, Tarmac, the University ...

Scientists discovered that bacteria commonly found in wastewater can break down plastic to turn it into a food source, a finding that researchers hope could be a promising answer to combat one of ...

A new study finds a bacterium in this family can break down the plastic for food. Researchers also identified the enzyme the bacterium use to degrade plastic. The discovery opens new possibilities ...

An adhesive allergy is a form of contact dermatitis in which a person experiences an allergic reaction to topical glues used in products like adhesive bandages, artificial nails, transdermal patches, ...

Ellen DeGeneres opened up about aging and three health diagnoses. She revealed her thoughts on her body’s changes in her new Netflix special, For Your Approval. “I don’t even know how I’m ...

Plastic pollution is everywhere, and a good amount of it is composed of polyethylene terephthalate (PET, ♳). This polymer is used to make bottles, containers and even clothing. Now, researchers report ...

Now, Northwestern University-led researchers have discovered how cells of a Comamonas bacterium are breaking down plastic for food. First, they chew the plastic into small pieces, called nanoplastics.

While a common family of bacteria, Comamonadaceae, grow on plastics in urban rivers and wastewater systems, it was unclear how these bacteria interact with and break down plastic. Professor Ludmilla ...

The superstar singer, 66, cut a seriously cool figure in a PVC trench coat with a fur collar, which she wore with a silk dress and lace boots. Despite the late hour, Madonna added a pair of chic ...

Plastic grocery bags are a significant contributor to global plastic pollution, and California is taking a big step up in tackling the problem. Thomas is a native of upstate New York and a ...