Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Sufang Zhao"
- Sufang Zhao's recent research primarily focuses on the biodegradation of plastics, particularly polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polystyrene, through the exploration of microbial diversity in marine environments like deep-sea sediments and mangrove ecosystems.
- The findings indicate the presence of PET-degrading bacteria in deep-sea sediments of the Pacific Ocean, shedding light on potential bioremediation approaches to address increasing plastic pollution in marine environments.
- Zhao's studies also highlight the complex interactions of marine plastic-degrading bacteria, which not only facilitate plastic degradation but may also contribute to the continuous generation of microplastics and nanoplastics, emphasizing the need for a deeper understanding of microbial plastic degradation mechanisms.
