Eyalira Jacob Okal
Kunming Institute of Botany, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Kunming, China
Member ID 4434
Member since Nov 09, 2024
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I am a PhD candidate at the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences specializing in microbial biodegradation of synthetic plastics and exploring the underlying processes. My research focuses on identifying and characterizing microbes with biodegradation potential from the environment and delving into the molecular and ecological mechanisms that enable these microbes to degrade plastic materials. Additionally, I investigate the biotransformation pathways and fate of synthetic pollutants in ecosystems with the goal of advancing sustainable waste management solutions. Driven by a passion for environmental bioremediation and the circular bioeconomy, I aim to advance sustainable waste management solutions through innovative biotechnological approaches that contribute to cleaner, more resilient ecosystems.

Research Interests

Interested in microbial bioremediation of synthetic polymers and industrial wastes, with a focus on the molecular and ecological mechanisms that enable microbial degradation, the biotransformation and fate of synthetic pollutants in ecosystems, and advancing sustainable waste management solutions
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