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“We Brought It Back to Life”: Scientists Successfully Revive a 7,000-Year-Old Organism Frozen in Time and Mystery

In a groundbreaking scientific achievement, researchers have successfully reawakened microalgae that have remained dormant for nearly 7,000 years in the sediments of the Baltic Sea, offering unprecedented insights into ancient marine ecosystems and their resilience to climate change.

Rosemary Potter
Rosemary PotterJuly 5, 2025 at 9:50 AM32

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  • Researchers have revived microalgae from the Baltic Sea that lay dormant for nearly 7,000 years, revealing insights into ancient marine life.
  • The study published in The ISME Journal demonstrates how these organisms preserved in sediments offer a living snapshot of past ecosystems.
  • Genetic analysis shows gradual adaptation over millennia, with ancient algae regaining normal photosynthetic activity upon revival.
  • The research explores the concept of dormancy as a survival mechanism, highlighting potential applications in understanding climate resilience.
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In a groundbreaking scientific feat, researchers have awakened microalgae that have lain dormant for thousands of years in the sediments of the Baltic Sea. This unprecedented experiment offers an intriguing glimpse into the past and presents new opportunities to understand how marine ecosystems have evolved and adapted to climate change over millennia. The discovery, detailed in The ISME Journal, showcases the resilience of life and provides invaluable insights into both ancient and modern ecological dynamics.
 
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