Publications by authors named "Richard W Castenholz"
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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Richard W Castenholz"
- Richard W. Castenholz's research predominantly focuses on the ecological and physiological adaptations of phototrophic microorganisms in extreme environments, such as intertidal zones and geothermal habitats, with a particular emphasis on their responses to varying light and salinity conditions.
- Recent studies include investigations into the photochemical changes in cyanobacterial mats during rehydration, the formation of endolithic biofilms in alkaline tufa columns, and the effects of UV radiation on gene expression in thermoacidophilic algae, showcasing the influence of environmental stressors on microbial community dynamics.
- His work also delves into the synthesis of UV-screening compounds such as scytonemin in cyanobacteria, demonstrating how nutrient availability and environmental changes impact microbial pigmentation and photosynthetic performance across diverse thermal gradients and habitats.
