Plastic with bacterial spores in its composition decomposes in a matter of months

In addition, the innovative plastic is 37{5d8ad451dcb88f73145f9afe6e53790da0d8d7cc32b061f8250f6ee5a18d7bf5} stronger and 30{5d8ad451dcb88f73145f9afe6e53790da0d8d7cc32b061f8250f6ee5a18d7bf5} more resistant to tearing than conventional thermoplastic polyurethane materials. It is the bacterial spores that play the role of a reinforcing element in it, while contributing to its flexibility.

The invention brings mankind closer to solving the problem of plastic waste and environmental pollution. Although industrial production of the novelty is still to come, scientists are already optimistic about its widespread use.