Articles for author: Jen Fitschen, Author, BSc Computer Science and Oceanography

Grand Prismatic Spring

New Methane-Burping Microbes Discovered In Yellowstone Springs

In the harsh landscapes of Yellowstone, new discoveries challenge what we know about life on Earth. Scientists have uncovered methane-producing microbes in the park’s hot springs. These microbes, different from any known before, shed light on a new branch of life’s family tree. Their discovery opens a door to understanding methane’s role in Earth’s carbon ...