In-depth understanding of the molecular mechanisms and physiological consequences of
oxidative stress is still limited for anaerobes. Anaerobic biotechnology has become widely …

Microbial life is surprisingly abundant and diverse in global desert ecosystems. In these
environments, microorganisms endure a multitude of physicochemical stresses, including …

Given our vast methane reserves and the difficulty in transporting methane without
substantial leaks, the conversion of methane directly into electricity would be beneficial …

Highlights•Engineering aerobic and anaerobic methane activation for fuel and chemical
production.•Developing synthetic methylotrophs for conversion of methanol to fuels and …

Methanogens are anaerobic archaea which conserve energy by producing methane. Found
in nearly every anaerobic environment on earth, methanogens serve important roles in …

Hybrid electrochemical and biological systems hold promise for producing valuable
products from abundant feedstocks. An electrolyzer-bioreactor assembly using wastewater …

Isoprene is a valuable petrochemical used for a wide variety of consumer goods, such as
adhesives and synthetic rubber. We were able to achieve a high yield of renewable …

Despite being key contributors to biogeochemical processes, archaea are frequently
outnumbered by bacteria, and consequently are underrepresented in combined molecular …

Both the frequency and intensity of drought events are expected to increase, with unresolved
alterations to peatland methane cycling and the involved microbial communities. While …

Haloarchaea are salt-loving halophilic microorganisms that inhabit marine environments,
sea water, salterns, and lakes. The resistance of haloarchaea to physical extremities that …