Researchers make breakthrough with genetically engineered algae capable of soaking up microplastics

Researchers make breakthrough with genetically engineered algae capable of soaking up microplastics

Ever since microplastics entered public consciousness back in 2004, when marine biologist Richard Thompson coined the term, they have vexed the scientists struggling to clean them up. A cost-effective, chemical-free key to removing them from water could be a fruity-scented molecule known as limonene, according to Josh Bloom, director of chemical and pharmaceutical science for the American Council on Science and Health. Bloom delved into a recent…