Synthesis and characterization of a 3-hydroxybutyrate and 3-hydroxy-9-octadecenoate copolymer from engineered Halomonas

A new copolymer of 3-hydroxybutyrate and 3-hydroxy-9-octadecenoate produced using recombinant Halomonas bluephagenesis is reported. The properties of this copolymer are characterized, and its potential applications are demonstrated.