Antarctic Micro-Organisms Need to Be Protected Against Increased Human Activity, Climate Change and Tourism

Aparna Banerjee, researcher at the Universidad Autónoma de Chile «highlights the importance of microbial diversity in Antarctica and its key role in the nutrient cycle, carbon fixation and resilience of extreme ecosystems. There is evidence that anthropogenic impacts, climate change and tourism can alter the microbial composition and promote the arrival of non-indigenous species», explains . Punta Arenas, May 19, 2025. (INACH) – Under the ice of…