The Great Salt Lake and the oldest stories of life
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The Great Salt Lake and the oldest stories of life

24:50 Jan 15, 2026
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Nematodes make up the vast majority of animal life on Earth, yet most people have never heard of them. A new study explores how these tiny organisms thrive inside the Great Salt Lake’s microbialites, shedding light on extreme ecosystems, ancient life and the collaborative nature of modern science.
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