UC San Diego Scientists Unveil Plant-Based Polymers that Biodegrade Microplastics in Months

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 22, 2024

As the environmental and health hazards of microplastics become increasingly evident, researchers at the University of California San Diego, in collaboration with Algenesis, have made a literally groundbreaking discovery. Their development of algae-based polymers marks a significant advancement in the quest for sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics. These novel materials are not o