Water bears, an ancient group of microscopic animals known for their pudgy, ursine appearance and their uncanny ability to survive under extreme conditions, are helping researchers uncover the basic forms and functions of life’s molecular building blocks using modern technology.
Also known as tardigrades, these aquatic microorganisms can endure blistering heat and severe cold thanks to a set of sp...
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