Extremophilic Microorganisms

The 2025 Foundations Expedition to Svalbard offers a unique opportunity to investigate extremophilic microorganisms inhabiting soil, ice, permafrost, and water. These organisms, adapted to thrive under extreme conditions, hold the potential to inform environmental microbiology and advance our understanding of life in extreme habitats. Understanding extremophilic microbes contributes to knowledge of life’s adaptability, with implications for astrobiology and biotechnology. The Arctic’s extreme yet accessible environment provides a setting for such investigations, bridging gaps in our understanding of life’s potential in extreme Earth environments.