Microbial Mysteries: Unraveling the Origins of Complex Life
Originally Published 2 years ago — by SciTechDaily
Asgard archaea, a group of microorganisms, have been identified as the origin of all complex life forms on Earth, marking the evolutionary shift from single-celled prokaryotes to multicellular eukaryotes billions of years ago. Through the analysis of their genetic makeup, scientists have discovered that proteins in Asgard archaea are related to those found in more complex life forms that developed millions of years later. This study challenges previous understanding of the origin of complex life forms and sheds light on the mysteries of evolution.