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VOL. 9, ISSUE 11 (2024)
Tardigrades: A gateway to understanding extremophile resilience
Authors
Yasmeen Ali
Abstract
Tardigrades, also known as water bears, are microscopic organisms that
exhibit an extraordinary ability to survive extreme environmental conditions.
In this work, we studied the mechanisms permitting their extreme temperature,
desiccation, radiation, and high-pressure survival through experimental assays
and molecular analysis. Here, we demonstrate that tardigrades employ a unique combination
of cryptobiosis, protective protein synthesis, and efficient DNA repair systems
to survive lethal conditions, enabling them to survive unmatched environmental challenges
unlike any other organism. Thus, we emphasize the evolutionary implications
with their themes, to shed light on understanding life not only on Earth but
also elsewhere. This work contributes to our ever-expanding understanding of extremophiles
and deconstructs crucial processes of resistance and adaptation within life forms.
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Pages:90-93
How to cite this article:
Yasmeen Ali "Tardigrades: A gateway to understanding extremophile resilience". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 11, 2024, Pages 90-93
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