Biodegradation and utilization of 4-n-nonylphenol by Aspergillus versicolor as a sole carbon and energy source

•A. versicolor is able to degrade 4-n-NP as the sole source of carbon and energy.•4-n-NP removal by A. versicolor was accompanied by the formation of metabolites.•Radioactive experiments show complete 4-n-NP mineralization by A. versicolor.•4-n-NP initiates heat production in the A. versicolor spore...

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