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Cryomyces antarcticus
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The role of extremophile microbiomes in terraforming Mars - Nature nature.com Nov 17, 2025 9 facts
referenceGevi et al. (2022) analyzed the metabolomic profile of the fungus Cryomyces antarcticus under simulated Martian and space conditions to support life-detection missions on Mars.
referencePacelli et al. (2017) reported on the BIOMEX experiment, which analyzed ultrastructural alterations, molecular damage, and the survival of the fungus Cryomyces antarcticus after experiment verification tests.
referenceZakharova et al. (2014) conducted a global proteomics analysis of the extremophile black fungus Cryomyces antarcticus using 2D-electrophoresis.
referenceGomez-Gutierrrez et al. (2024) conducted a comparative genomics study of the extremophile Cryomyces antarcticus and other psychrophilic Dothideomycetes.
measurementDuring the European Space Agency's EXPOSE-E and EXPOSE-R2 missions, Cryomyces antarcticus was exposed to simulated Martian conditions aboard the International Space Station for 1.5 years, resulting in over 60% of cells maintaining membrane integrity and metabolic activity, though colony-forming ability was reduced.
claimCryomyces antarcticus possesses robust cell walls rich in melanin that provide protection against ionizing radiation and oxidative stress.
measurementCryomyces antarcticus, when embedded in Antarctic sandstone and Martian regolith simulants, could potentially remain viable for up to 322,000 and 110,000 Earth years respectively when exposed to accelerated helium ions (150 MeV/n, 1 kGy).
referenceThe black fungus Cryomyces antarcticus exhibits responses to high doses of accelerated helium ions radiation when placed within martian regolith simulants, providing insights into potential survival on Mars.
claimThe melanized fungus Cryomyces antarcticus, isolated from the McMurdo Dry Valleys in Antarctica, demonstrates exceptional resilience under Mars-like conditions, thriving within rock substrates while enduring extreme cold, desiccation, and high UV radiation.
Life on the Edge: Bioprospecting Extremophiles for Astrobiology link.springer.com May 19, 2023 2 facts
accountOnofri and collaborators reported that the black yeast Cryomyces antarcticus maintained survival, DNA integrity, ultrastructural stability, and rapid metabolic activity recovery after 18 months of exposure to space and Mars-like conditions in International Space Station (ISS) experiments.
claimThe black yeasts Cryomyces antarcticus and C. minteri, isolated from Antarctica's dry valleys, are the best-studied examples of black yeasts in astrobiology.
Navigating life in the extremes: a bibliometric exploration of ... cambridge.org Dec 5, 2025 1 fact
claimPacelli et al. (2019) subjected the black fungus Cryomyces antarcticus to simulated Mars and space conditions, including ultraviolet radiation, to study its resistance.