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Researchers at NIEHS have discovered that bacteria from extreme marine environments can detoxify asbestos. By breaking down the mineral’s structure, these microbes reduce the toxic properties associated with asbestos exposure. This natural bioremediation process offers a promising new method for mitigating asbestos hazards, a significant concern given asbestos’s link to serious pulmonary diseases like mesothelioma and lung cancer. The study highlights the potential of using microbiology to address environmental contaminants safely and efficiently.
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