Marine bacteria in the Arctic can degrade diesel and oil

Microbiologists conducted genomic sequencing, during which they discovered unexpected potential for

hydrocarbon bioremediation in bacterial lines,including Paraperlucidibaca, Cycloclasticus and Zhongshania. In the future, they could play a key role in responding to marine oil spills in the Arctic. Additionally, the study found that adding nutrients at low temperatures enhanced the biodegradation of hydrocarbons.

Over the past few years in cold watersIn the Arctic, an increase in industrial activity has been recorded. This increases the risk of oil or fuel spills. At the same time, the region is quite remote, therefore, the elimination of emergency oil spills is difficult.

During the study, scientists modeledoil spill response. Experiments were carried out at 4 °C. Modeling has shown that naturally occurring oil-degrading bacteria in the ocean are nature's first responders to an oil spill.

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