About this Research Topic
This Research Topic welcomes Original Research, Review, Mini Review, Opinion, Methods and Perspective articles on the following themes:
• Exploration and characterization of acidophilic microorganisms from extreme environments;
• Understanding the molecular and biochemical mechanisms of acidophile adaptation;
• Investigating the ecological roles of acidophiles in extreme environments, including interactions with other microorganisms, biogeochemical cycles, and ecosystem functions;
• Potential applications of acidophilic microorganisms in biotechnological processes, including bioleaching of minerals, bioremediation of acid-contaminated environments.
Overall, this Research Topic will provide a comprehensive overview of acidophile microbiology, from basic research to applied biotechnology, and highlight the potential of acidophilic microorganisms as valuable resources for environmental and industrial applications.
Keywords: acidophile, microbiology, extreme conditions, acid tolerance, hot spring, acid mine drainage
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