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- - The conventional methods used to study the plastisphere, which is a complex ecosystem, often damage samples and lack detailed resolution, making them less effective for research.
- - The authors propose a new approach that combines Raman spectroscopy with stable isotope profiling (SIP) to investigate the functions of the plastisphere microbiome.
- - This innovative framework aims to enhance understanding of how the microbiome operates and evolves within the plastisphere environment.
Article Abstract
Conventional bulk molecular approaches, often limited by their destructive nature and low spatial resolution, face challenges when probing the intricate dynamics of the plastisphere. Here, we outline a framework employing Raman spectroscopy combined with stable isotope profiling (SIP) to interrogate the physiological function of the plastisphere microbiome and track its evolutionary trajectories.
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