Study Reveals Microbial Activity in Thawing Permafrost

Scientists revived ancient microbes from Alaskan military tunnel, preserving them for 40,000 years.
Microbes break down organic matter and emit carbon dioxide as permafrost thaws.
Study published in Journal of Geophysical Research: Biogeosciences examines thaw impacts.
Research highlights microbial role in climate change projections.
Permafrost tunnel descends over 100 meters for sample collection.

Climate | Microbiology | Permafrost

Alaska

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