Publications by authors named "Marija Nenadovic"
Plastic pollution presents a significant environmental problem contributing to increased CO emissions and persistently accumulation in ecosystems. Biobased polymers, like polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), offer a part of a solution with their biodegradability and reduced carbon footprint. However, effective end-of-life strategies, such as controlled enzymatic depolymerization, are crucial for sustainability, relying on efficient PHA depolymerases (PHAases).
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- Microplastics are a significant environmental issue, necessitating a reduction in both petrochemical and bio-based plastics, as they accumulate in food chains and pose risks to animals and humans.
- The study explored various advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) like ultrasounds and ultraviolet irradiation to enhance the biodegradability of polylactic acid (PLA) films, treating them for durations of 1 to 6 hours.
- Results showed that PLA films achieved up to 90% weight loss using a commercial enzyme cocktail during composting, and notably, PLA was transformed into bacterial nanocellulose post-enzymatic hydrolysis.