Dimapur, March 24 -- A Nagaland University-led multi-institute research team has developed a biodegradable biopolymer that could offer an eco-friendly alternative to conventional plastics and help tackle the growing global crisis of microplastic pollution.
The research was carried out by a team from the Applied Environmental Microbial Biotechnology Laboratory in the department of environmental science, Nagaland University, led by Dr Pranjal Bharali, assistant professor.
The research group included doctoral scholars Shiva Aley Acharjee, Bhagyudoy Gogoi, Bendangtula Walling, Viphrezolie Sorhie and Alemtoshi, besides researchers from other institutes.
The study was conducted in collaboration with scientists and researchers from multiple ins...