Since launching our On-chip Sort, Droplet Generator, and Droplet Selector last year, On-chip Biotechnologies has continued to actively support Professor James’ research efforts.
In this webinar, Professor James and his PhD student George will showcase a high-throughput screening approach for identifying putative plastic-degrading taxa from landfill environments, leveraging our platform’s droplet formation, sorting, and isolation capabilities.
Title: Screening and isolation of polyethylene-degrading bacteria from landfill sites using droplet microfluidics
Plastic pollution is one of the most urgent environmental challenges of our time. With few effective alternatives beyond incineration and landfilling, the search for scalable, sustainable solutions has never been more critical.
Why you should attend:
- Explore breakthrough science — Learn how microfluidic droplet technology and fluorescence-activated sorting are transforming the way we discover plastic-degrading microbes.
- Overcome current limitations — Traditional methods struggle with sensitivity and throughput — we’ll show you how advanced platforms unlock access to elusive, high-potential taxa.
- See real applications — Get an inside look at how On-chip Biotechnologies’ droplet generation and sorting platforms are being used to screen landfill environments for novel plastic-degrading organisms.
This is more than a webinar — it’s your gateway to understanding next-generation bioengineering solutions that could reshape how we tackle plastic waste.
🎤 Speakers:
James McDonald
Professor at the University of Birmingham
George Thomas
PhD Researcher in Microbial Plastic Degradation
📅 Date: 28 JAN, 2026
🕒 Time: 3PM (GMT)
Whether you’re a researcher, environmental innovator, industry leader, or sustainability advocate, this session will equip you with insights that matter.
Register now to view the complete abstract and lock in your spot!