Plankton genomes used as global biosensors of ocean ecosystem stress

By analyzing gains and losses in the genes of phytoplankton samples collected in all major ocean regions, researchers at have created the most nuanced and high-resolution map yet to show where these photosynthetic organisms either thrive or are forced to adapt to limited quantities of key nutrients, nitrogen, phosphorus and iron.

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