• Biodegradable plastics in Mediterranean coastal environments feature contrasting microbial succession 

      de Vogel, Fons A.; Goudriaan, Maaike; Zettler, Erik R.; Niemann, Helge; Eich, Andreas; Weber, Miriam; Lott, Christian; Amaral-Zettler, Linda A. (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-04-08)
      Plastic pollution of the ocean is a top environmental concern. Biodegradable plastics present a potential “solution” in combating the accumulation of plastic pollution, and their production is currently increasing. While these polymers will contribute to the future plastic marine debris budget, very little is known still about the behavior of biodegradable plastics in different natural environments. ...