In this study, several organic pollutants endangering human
health and environment in Turkey were used for EPS production.
These organic pollutants, such as 2,4-D, benzene, BTX and gasoline,
are preferred as carbon sources for the production of EPS.
Hence, firstly, isolation and production of the exopolysaccharides
produced by the organic pollutants-degrading bacteria were determined.
The composition of the medium plays an important role in
the production of EPS