Bioprospecting photosynthetic mic…disruptor compounds.
🔬 Peer-reviewed
Bioprospecting photosynthetic microorganisms for the removal of endocrine disruptor compounds.
Birgitta Narindri Rara Winayu, Feng-Jen Chu, Christoper Caesar Yudho Sutopo, Hsin Chu
World journal of microbiology & biotechnology · 2024
Findings
This review examined how certain microorganisms can remove endocrine disruptor compounds (EDCs)—chemicals found in pesticides, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals that can harm human health and the environment. Researchers found that photosynthetic microorganisms can effectively break down these EDCs through natural processes like photodegradation and bio-accumulation, and they work in extreme conditions, making them potentially viable for treating wastewater before it's released.
Design
Review
Evidence
Moderate
Journal
World journal of microbiology & biotechnology