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• Published Subscription Review Article Special issue 19 Jun 2026

  Polymeric Nanocomposite Aided Bioaugmentation for Marine Oil Spills – A Review

  By A. Sheela Devi, V. Chithambaram, M. Mary Jaculine, N Saravanan, A. Lokeshbabu, J. Balakrishnan

  Abstract: Bioaugmentation is a promising, cost-effective bioremediation technique that enhances the degradation of marine pollutants by introducing hydrocarbon-degrading microorganisms. This review explores recent advancements in the use of bioaugmentation for petroleum biodegradation in marine environments, emphasizing the integration of microbial systems with polymeric and composite materials. Innovative methods, such as the immobilization of microbial cells within biodegradable polymeric matrices (e.g., alginate, chitosan, polyvinyl alcohol), have significantly improved microbial viability, metabolic efficiency, …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1049–1061 Read article →