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Briefing: 'Plastic-eating' fusion enzyme improves polyester textile recycling

Strategic angle: Scientists develop an engineered enzyme that accelerates the breakdown of PET plastic, enhancing recycling efforts.

Editorial Staff · 2026-03-20 · 1 MIN READ

Enzyme can significantly speed up PET breakdown.

PET is commonly used in water bottles and polyester clothing.

Research conducted by universities of Portsmouth and Manchester.