Publications by authors named "Owen Rushby-Jones"
Microbiology (Reading)
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- The Plastisphere refers to the unique microbial communities that form on plastic debris, distinct from those on natural materials, which may harbor both pathogenic and antimicrobial-resistant (AMR) bacteria.
- Previous research lacked proper comparisons to natural substrates, leading to insufficient evidence about the unique threats posed by microplastics in spreading AMR pathogens.
- This study found that polystyrene and wood particles significantly enriched AMR bacteria, highlighting the role of particle roughness in colonization, but surface weathering of polyethylene did not notably affect AMR levels.
