The Mechanisms of Biodegradation of Synthetic Polymers
Abstract
This research was an attempt to gain a better understanding of the processes involved in the microbial degradation of synthetic polymers. It involved the examination of extracellular and cell associated enzymes capable of cleaving the model polyester, polycaprolactone. An effort was made to compare these enzymes to gain some understanding of their multiplicity and activity. As information was gained regarding the degradation process we attempted the modification of other polymers to render them degradable or more degradable. Enzymes, Biodegradation, Polymers, Synthetic polymers, Microbial degradation.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 17, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA205628
Entities
People
- J. A. Cameron
- S. J. Huang
Organizations
- University of Connecticut