Frigid Antarctica Loaded with Viruses | LiveScience: A lake in Antarctica was found to harbor a surprising variety of viruses. Here, an image of the Spanish, non-permanent camp in Byers Peninsula (Livingston Island, Antarctica). Credit: Science/AAAS.
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Antarctica's icy lakes are home to a surprisingly diverse community of viruses, including some that were previously unidentified, a new study finds.
Many microorganisms live in friendly relationships with humans. However, there is a growing number of microbes found to cause ill health or death. This blog focuses on these pathogens, the microbes that "bite"! Add your news or comments to this important discussion blog.
Wednesday, 11 November 2009
Frigid Antarctica Loaded with Viruses | LiveScience
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