July 2011 PMID 21251237

Survival in extreme environments - on the current knowledge of adaptations in tardigrades.

N Møbjerg, K A Halberg, A Jørgensen, D Persson, M Bjørn, H Ramløv, R M Kristensen

Mentions

36
Peak: 6 in Jan 2019
across 4 sources since Jan 2019

Extended reach

43,813
potential audience

Total likes

1,348

Video views

25,625

Mentions per month

Jan 2019 – Dec 2023

Where it's discussed

  • News22 articles
  • X / Twitter8 posts
  • Blogs4 articles
  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Discussions highlight the remarkable adaptability of tardigrades, with examples like mentions of cryptobiosis and their ability to survive extreme environments, indicating a shared fascination. The tone ranges from curiosity to admiration, exemplified by comments praising videos and questioning what makes these organisms special, which reflects moderate engagement and interest targeting the importance of the research.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts recognize the significance of tardigrades' adaptations, with some claiming their work is more comprehensive, reflecting general agreement on their importance.

InterestModerate interest

Posts show curiosity and enthusiasm about tardigrades, often mentioning their fascinating survival abilities, indicating a moderate level of interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

Discussions include references to videos, personal opinions, and questions about what makes tardigrades special, suggesting active engagement with the topic.

ImpactModerate impact

The recognition of tardigrades' unique mechanisms and the sharing of multimedia content imply an awareness of their potential research and educational impact.

Abstract in brief

  • Tardigrades are tiny animals found worldwide, and they belong to the same invertebrate group as organisms like C. elegans and Drosophila.
  • They have unique adaptations, such as cryptobiosis, allowing them to survive extreme conditions like dehydration and radiation by entering a reversible state of metabolic slowdown, although the exact mechanisms are not fully understood.
  • Even when active, tardigrades can tolerate harsh environments, possibly due to advanced DNA repair, osmoregulation, and protective molecules, making them excellent models for studying survival in extreme environments.]

Top posts

Most liked on X and Bluesky
Virgilio Hernández
@virgilioh · X

¿Qué tienen de especial? (4/12) -Capacidad de adaptación a los ambientes más extremos y variables (congelamiento, desecación, Δ osmótica y de O2). -Mecanismo principal de adaptación / supervivencia: CRIPTOBIOSIS https://t.co/ZaPzJD3cD7

Apr 16, 2019 · 4 likes · 1,156 followers View post →
Jackson Wheat
@JacksonWheat1 · X

Tardigrades: https://t.co/4zpUOUV5zq via @YouTube

Jan 26, 2019 · 2 likes · 2,837 followers View post →
John Smith⚛ (Explorer of Reality)
@doofgeek4011 · X

@JacksonWheat1 I loved your discussion on these amazing organisms: https://t.co/24vbqzSuVm

Feb 15, 2019 · 1 like · 4,226 followers View post →
Jackson Wheat
@JacksonWheat1 · X

@RJDownard @creationnews I think our work on tardigrades is much more comprehensive: https://t.co/afBQSXhvr3

May 13, 2019 · 1 like · 2,837 followers View post →
Jackson Wheat
@JacksonWheat1 · X

I added a video to a @YouTube playlist https://t.co/4zpUOUV5zq Tardigrades

Jan 26, 2019 · 2,837 followers View post →
Recognized female by federal and state government
@PurpleWOrange · X

Tardigrades https://t.co/gPPNAnEZCN via @YouTube

Jan 27, 2019 · 2,217 followers View post →

All mentions

Jackson Wheat
@JacksonWheat1 · X

@RJDownard @creationnews I think our work on tardigrades is much more comprehensive: https://t.co/afBQSXhvr3

May 13, 2019 · 1 like · 2,837 followers View post →
Virgilio Hernández
@virgilioh · X

¿Qué tienen de especial? (4/12) -Capacidad de adaptación a los ambientes más extremos y variables (congelamiento, desecación, Δ osmótica y de O2). -Mecanismo principal de adaptación / supervivencia: CRIPTOBIOSIS https://t.co/ZaPzJD3cD7

Apr 16, 2019 · 4 likes · 1,156 followers View post →
John Smith⚛ (Explorer of Reality)
@doofgeek4011 · X

@JacksonWheat1 I loved your discussion on these amazing organisms: https://t.co/24vbqzSuVm

Feb 15, 2019 · 1 like · 4,226 followers View post →
dv8tion242
@dv8tion242 · X

https://t.co/DNjz9w7aF9

Jan 27, 2019 · 44 followers View post →
Recognized female by federal and state government
@PurpleWOrange · X

Tardigrades https://t.co/gPPNAnEZCN via @YouTube

Jan 27, 2019 · 2,217 followers View post →
Nadine Callan
@viccallan · X

I liked a @YouTube video https://t.co/flCbOAzyuy Tardigrades

Jan 26, 2019 · 2,035 followers View post →
Jackson Wheat
@JacksonWheat1 · X

Tardigrades: https://t.co/4zpUOUV5zq via @YouTube

Jan 26, 2019 · 2 likes · 2,837 followers View post →
Jackson Wheat
@JacksonWheat1 · X

I added a video to a @YouTube playlist https://t.co/4zpUOUV5zq Tardigrades

Jan 26, 2019 · 2,837 followers View post →