Tardigrade Survival Secret Revealed: How They Survive Extreme Environments on Earth and Space
BOSTON, MA – Tardigrades, also known as water bears, are remarkable microscopic animals known for their resilience in harsh environments. These creatures have even been sent to the International Space Station for research purposes. Researchers have now made a breakthrough by identifying the mechanism that triggers the survival mode in tardigrades, known as the “tun state.” In extreme conditions such as extreme cold or high salt concentrations, tardigrades can enter this tun state, a form …