ABSTRACT
We provide a comprehensive review of recent advances in marine hydrocarbon (HC) bioremediation, highlighting the importance of understanding these developments to improve strategies for mitigating oil pollution in aquatic environments. HCs have complex properties that pose significant environmental threats, but microbes have shown great potential in degrading these contaminants. The role of microbial biodiversity is key, and the application of “omics” technologies has provided deeper insights into microbial diversity and the degradation mechanisms. Furthermore, bioremediation methods like bio-stimulation and bio-augmentation offer innovative approaches to enhance the current remediation effectiveness. Integrating multidisciplinary strategies and artificial intelligence into these processes holds the potential to optimize bioremediation techniques, making a significant contribution to environmental sustainability.
