Pescadero Basin Hydrothermal Vents: A Window into Extremophiles

Explore the fascinating world of extremophiles in this conference talk from AbGradCon 2023, focusing on the Pescadero Basin Hydrothermal Vents. Delve into Manet Peña's research on these unique deep-sea environments and their potential implications for astrobiology. Learn about the diverse microbial communities thriving in extreme conditions and how studying these organisms can provide insights into the possibilities of life beyond Earth. Gain an understanding of the cutting-edge research being conducted by early-career scientists in the field of astrobiology, and discover how hydrothermal vents serve as natural laboratories for investigating life in extreme environments. Engage with the interdisciplinary nature of astrobiology research and its relevance to the search for extraterrestrial life.

AbGradCon 2023: Pescadero Basin Hydrothermal Vents: a Window into Extremophiles by Manet Peña