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Anyone have an update on this development? Is it a viable solution? Are the mushrooms tasty? :)
http://aem.asm.org/content/77/17/6076
http://aem.asm.org/content/77/17/6076
Two Pestalotiopsis microspora isolates were uniquely able to grow on PUR as the sole carbon source under both aerobic and anaerobic conditions.
Amazon fungi have enzymes that break down the chemical bonds in plastic, allowing them to use it as a source of energy.
Studies have shown that Amazon fungi can consume a wide range of plastic types, including polyethylene, polypropylene, and polystyrene.
While there is still ongoing research on the topic, it is believed that these fungi have evolved naturally in response to the increasing amount of plastic pollution in the Amazon rainforest.
It is unlikely that Amazon fungi can completely eliminate plastic pollution on their own. However, they can play a significant role in reducing the amount of plastic waste in the environment.
There is currently not enough research on the long-term effects of Amazon fungi consuming plastic. However, it is important to note that plastic is not a natural food source for these fungi and could potentially disrupt their natural ecosystem.