This personal website of Richard Johnson, Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, Rhodes University , gives a detailed overview of the field of extremophile research. Topics covered include taxonomy and origins of extremophilic microorganisms, physiological and molecular adaptations to extreme environments, biotechnological applications of extremophiles, and the possibility of extra-terrestrial life based on evidence from extremophilic adaptation. The site also includes a table displaying extremophiles, their products, and the product use in biotechnology and industry.
Subject: Biology:Ecology:Metabolism, Biology:Evolution, Diversity, Molecular Biology, Astrobiology, Microbiology, Microbiology:Methods of Microbiology Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work, Bibliography Grade Level: High School (9-12), College Lower (13-14), College Upper (15-16), General Public Extreme Environments: Alkaline, Acidic, Extremely Cold, Extremely Hot, Hypersaline, High PressureKeywords: small subunit ribosomal RNA, polymerase chain reaction, extremozymes, Archaea, Bacteria, geothermal features, Yellowstone National Park
