Enzymatic biodegradation of poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) microplastic by Trichoderma harzianum KKP534

International Biodeterioration & Biodegradation 2026 Open access

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Authors: Olga Rusiecka, Katarzyna Hrynkiewicz, Grzegorz Trykowski, Rafał Szewczyk, Przemysław Bernat
DOI: 10.1016/j.ibiod.2026.106370
Cited by: 1
References: 42

Abstract

• Incubation with Trichoderma led to the formation of cracks on the surface of the PBAT. • Trichoderma effectively colonises and produces numerous spores on the surface of PBAT. • Trichoderma produces a set of enzymes with degradation potential towards PBAT. • Proteomic analysis identified enzymes from the hydrolase and oxidoreductase groups. • T. harzianum KKP534 possesses biodegradative potential against PBAT.

Fields of Study & Subjects

biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties Microplastics and Plastic Pollution Polymer crystallization and properties

Publication details

Journal / source
International Biodeterioration & Biodegradation
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
213
Pages
106370–106370
Publication date
26 May 2026
Language
EN