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Bacteria found with superpowers that let them survive in space

Posted on January 17, 2022June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

Scientists who study how humans might travel through space found a handful of specific genes that give bacteria some cool superpowers.

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    Algae in space teaches us how life responds to harsh environments

    Posted on October 25, 2020June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

    Extremophiles can literally survive in many conditions, even in the extreme radiation of space. Read this article to learn how extremophiles…

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      “Hulk”-like microorganisms in soil can survive high levels of gamma radiation

      Posted on June 19, 2019March 8, 2024 by Sciworthy

      In the Marvel Universe, Bruce Banner exposed his body to high doses of gamma radiation during an experiment in his lab. The gamma radiation…

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