Evolution@Vanderbilt

carl johnson

A cartoon of an anthropomorphized cyanobacterium with a smooth green skin layer, enjoying a sunny summer day while lying on a beach chair. The cyanobacterium has a happy expression and is thinking about snow falling from a cloud, with a snowy landscape in the background.

Researchers Discover the Evolution of Seasonal Anticipation in Cyanobacteria

Sep. 6, 2024—By Andy Flick, Evolutionary Studies scientific coordinator Being able to correlate changes in day length with seasonal weather patterns is crucial for many organisms to adapt to their environments. Trees shed their leaves, arctic foxes grow thicker coats, and bears prepare for hibernation. But what about smaller, short-lived organisms? New research led by BBSRC Discovery...