Life beneath the surface of one of the driest places on Earth may be far more complex than once believed. Researchers have found that soil can support surprisingly robust and varied forms of life even ...

Deep beneath the ocean, scientists uncovered thriving microbial life in one of Earth’s harshest environments—an area with a pH of 12, where survival seems nearly impossible. Using lipid biomarkers ...

The Swaner Nature Preserve and EcoCenter will open a new exhibit, “Life on the Edge,” running from January 24 through May 10. The ...

Paleontologist and author Neil Shubin has been on multiple expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctica. University of Chicago paleontologist and author Neil Shubin has been on multiple expeditions to the ...

Deep below the Earth's surface, rock and mineral formations lay hidden with a secret brilliance. Under a black light, the chemicals fossilized within shine in brilliant hues of pink, blue and green.

Scientists have recently uncovered a groundbreaking discovery in the ocean’s depths, revealing a new form of life that could reshape our understanding of biology and ecosystems. This discovery, made ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...

In the Impermeable treatment (left), an impermeable barrier separates the chambers; the DSE is added to the donor side but cannot reach the receiver plant. In the Axenic treatment (right, no ...