Uncovering plasticizer-degrading potential in landfill microbiomes with curated PzDE-HMM database and multi-scale validation from isolates to synthetic consortia

Key Points

• Plasticizer degradation was revealed in diverse landfill microbiomes, showing the potential for bioremediation.
• Key evidence demonstrated up to 50% breakdown of plasticizers in controlled experiments with specific microbial isolates.
• Analysis of isolates and synthetic consortia was conducted using a curated plasticizer degradation database for validation.
• Findings highlight the promise of landfill microbiomes in addressing environmental pollution through microbial action.