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Antarctica's Lake Enigma Reveals Hidden Microbial Ecosystem

Researchers have discovered unique microbial communities beneath the frozen surface of Antarctica's Lake Enigma, challenging previous beliefs that the lake was entirely frozen. Using ground-penetrating radar and drilling techniques, the team found water 11 meters below the surface and identified various microbiota, including Pseudomonadota, Actinobacteriota, Bacteroidota, and a significant presence of Patescibacteria. The findings suggest the lake has an unknown water source and that its current microbial life descends from organisms that survived its freezing.

via Phys.org|

#antarctica #ground-penetrating-radar #lake-enigma

science-and-technology2 years ago•5 min saved

Exploring the Enigmatic Microbial Dark Matter: Unveiling its Genetic Secrets

Scientists have made a breakthrough in understanding the unusual lifestyle of Patescibacteria, a group of elusive and poorly understood microbes. By genetically manipulating these bacteria, researchers have identified the genes essential for their growth and revealed some of the molecular mechanisms behind their interaction with host bacteria. This discovery opens up new research directions and sheds light on the "microbial dark matter" found in genetic analyses of microbial communities. The study focused on Saccharibacteria, which inhabit various environments including the human mouth, and uncovered cell surface structures and secretion systems that facilitate their attachment to host cells and nutrient transport. Further genetic manipulation studies are expected to uncover more about the biological mechanisms of these mysterious bacteria.

via SciTechDaily|

#epibiotic-bacteria #genetic-manipulation #microbial-dark-matter

science-and-technology2 years ago•4 min saved

Unveiling the Secrets of Microbial Dark Matter with Genetic Tools

Researchers have made a breakthrough in understanding the lifestyle of Patescibacteria, a group of tiny microbes that rely on other bacteria to survive. By genetically manipulating these bacteria, scientists have gained insight into their molecular mechanisms and identified genes essential for their growth. This research sheds light on the "microbial dark matter" found in genetic analyses of microbial communities and has potential applications in biotechnology. The study focused on Saccharibacteria, which inhabit the human mouth and require Actinobacteria as hosts. The findings reveal the complex lifecycle of Saccharibacteria and open the door to further exploration of their unique biology.

via Phys.org|

#epibiotic-lifestyle #genetic-manipulation #microbial-dark-matter