Microorganisms offer a promising way to clean up persistent environmental pollutants
In short: A review of recent environmental science research highlights how bioremediation uses microorganisms to tackle toxic waste. By utilizing both aerobic and anaerobic microbes, this process can degrade, detoxify, or immobilize hazardous substances like heavy metals, plastics, and agrochemicals, turning them into less harmful forms.
The review examines how various microbes can be used to treat contaminated sites either in situ or ex situ. While these biological strategies offer a greener alternative for managing non-biodegradable pollutants, the choice of specific method depends heavily on the type of pollutant and its concentration.
Why it matters: Microbial processes provide a sustainable pathway for neutralizing complex environmental toxins.
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