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Study Finds Early Signs of Widespread Coastal Marsh Decline
The early warning could help the ecosystems that are key to preventing flooding, UT marine science researchers say.
Deep Microbial Life Beneath Lavey-les-Bains Reveals Surprising Resilience
Microbes beneath Switzerland’s Lavey-les-Bains Thermal Spa stay stable year-round, revealing the resilience of subsurface life and its role in Earth’s carbon cycle.
Idea of Coral Reefs as Oases in Marine Deserts May Be Mistaken
New research from Simon Brandl at UT’s Marine Science Institute challenges a long-held belief about coral reefs.
Some Bacteria Evolve Like Clockwork With the Seasons
The longest natural metagenome time series ever collected reveals a startling evolutionary pattern on repeat.
Next Time You Beat a Virus, Thank Your Microbial Ancestors
Two of our key defenses against viruses have persisted for billions of years, arising before complex life.
Weathering Scratches the Surface of Plastic
Plastics can endure decades in the ocean, with minimal degradation, posing long-term risks to marine ecosystems, as shown by recent research.
Digging into the Soil – shedding light on unknown players in methane production
Researchers studied Asgard archaea in freshwater wetland soils, revealing their role in methane cycling and degradation of aldehydes, marking a significant advancement in understanding microbes.
Are Parrotfishes Friends or Foes to Coral Reefs?
Study shows parrotfishes impact coral reefs by grazing algae and occasionally eating coral, influencing reef management.
