Journal Article10.1016/J.WASMAN.2011.03.024
Biodegradation of keratin waste: Theory and practical aspects
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TL;DR: This study reviews the current knowledge on the ecology and physiology of keratinolytic microorganisms and presents the biodegradation mechanism of native keratin, and methods of keratin waste biotransformation into products of practical industrial and natural value, especially composts, are discussed.
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About: This article is published in Waste Management. The article was published on 01 Aug 2011.
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