This is a Preprint and has not been peer reviewed. The published version of this Preprint is available: https://doi.org/10.3389/fmicb.2019.00780. This is version 1 of this Preprint.
This is a Preprint and has not been peer reviewed. The published version of this Preprint is available: https://doi.org/10.3389/fmicb.2019.00780. This is version 1 of this Preprint.
Prokaryotic life has dominated most of the evolutionary history of our planet, evolving to
occupy virtually all available environmental niches. Extremophiles, especially those thriving
under multiple extremes, represent a key area of research for multiple disciplines, spanning
from the study of adaptations to harsh conditions, to the biogeochemical cycling of elements.
Extremophile research also has implications for origin of life studies and the search for life on
other planetary and celestial bodies. In this article, we will review the current state of
knowledge for the biospace in which life operates on Earth and will discuss it in a planetary
context, highlighting knowledge gaps and areas of opportunity.
https://doi.org/10.31223/osf.io/8eay6
Environmental Microbiology and Microbial Ecology Life Sciences, Life Sciences, Microbiology
astrobiology, extremophiles/extremophily, Habitability and astrobiology, Limits of life, Polyextremophiles, Search for life
Published: 2019-02-05 21:43
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