Research Report - Volcano-dwelling microbes; heirloom apple trees; and more from CU Boulder
CU Boulder researchers have discovered microbes living in a toxic volcanic lake in Costa Rica, one of the harshest environments on Earth. Their findings could guide scientists looking for signs of ancient life on Mars. Read more at The Denver Post.
FUNDING: NASA
Chemicals from shampoos, lotions, perfumes and deodorants are comparable in magnitude to emissions from vehicle exhaust, contributing to a daily morning “rush hour” of pollution, according to a new CU Boulder study. Listen to the story at Colorado Public Radio.
FUNDING: NOAA
CU Boulder students are cataloguing historical heirloom apple trees in Boulder County in order to revive rare and uncommon varieties and create a “living laboratory” orchard for the community. Watch a video about the project.
FUNDING: NSF
Pulling an all-nighter can disrupt patterns in more than 100 blood proteins, including those that influence blood sugar, energy metabolism and immune function, new CU Boulder research shows. Read more at Undark.
FUNDING: NIH