The Potential of Transgenic Hybrid Aspen Plants with a Recombinant Lac Gene from the Fungus Trametes hirsuta to Degrade Trichlorophenol
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Scientists created genetically modified aspen trees that contain an enzyme from a fungus which breaks down toxic chlorophenol chemicals in soil. These transgenic trees were much more effective at removing these harmful pollutants than regular trees. Three of the modified tree lines worked well without causing problems for the plants themselves, suggesting they could be used to clean up contaminated soil in polluted areas.