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'Plastic-eating' fusion enzyme improves polyester textile recycling

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Scientists have engineered an enzyme that can quickly break down PET plastic, the material in water bottles and polyester clothing, making textile recycling more efficient.

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Scientists have engineered an enzyme that can more efficiently break down the plastic PET, improving the recycling of polyester textiles.

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