Microbes of Extreme Environments
Offered By: KISSCaltech via YouTube
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Explore the fascinating world of extremophiles in this 38-minute conference talk by Jeff Marlow from Boston University. Delve into the remarkable adaptations and survival strategies of microorganisms thriving in Earth's most hostile environments. Gain insights into how these resilient life forms inform our understanding of potential extraterrestrial life and the limits of biological possibility. Learn about cutting-edge research techniques used to study these organisms and their implications for astrobiology and the search for life beyond Earth. Discover how extreme environment microbiology contributes to our knowledge of evolution, biotechnology, and the origins of life itself.
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Microbes of Extreme Environments
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KISSCaltech
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