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GAO Science and Tech Spotlight Describes Benefits of Synthetic Biology and Challenges Ahead

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.” According to GAO, scientists are currently exploring the use of synthetic biology to address environmental challenges by engineering organisms to use carbon dioxide, produce biofuels for vehicles, and transform methane into biodegradable plastics.

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Tiny Beads, Big Problem: Vermont Seeks to Ban Microbeads

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However, due to their non-biodegradable nature and miniscule size, the plastic pellets sail through wastewater treatment plants, enter water bodies, and cause persistent environmental damage. The sludge caught by these fine filters is either sent to a landfill, or used as biofuel: microbeads included. flame-retardants.