Tardigrades are hardy microscopic creatures known for their ability to withstand extreme conditions. Water bears can go years without food or water and endure extreme radiation and temperatures. From ...

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Scientists recently deciphered a key ingredient in tardigrades' arsenal of superpowers, unraveling how a unique protein protects everyone's favorite microscopic water bears from harmful radiation.

Nature's microscopic water bears can survive freezing, radiation and more. Now scientists have turned them into bullets to find their limits. Eric Mack has been a CNET contributor since 2011. Eric and ...

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Tardigrades are microscopic creatures notorious for surviving almost anything you can throw at them, but one thing they’re not good at is fossilizing. Now, an exceptionally well-preserved, ...

The tardigrade-shaped blob was visible in an up-close solar view. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. No, tardigrades haven't ...

Scientists discovered an incredibly rare fossil suspended in 16 million-year-old amber: a never-before-seen species of tardigrade, a pudgy, aquatic critter that rarely crops up in the fossil record.

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Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The tiny, mighty tardigrade can tough out the most extreme ...