There are over 1,500 known species of these tardigrades, also known as “water bears.” Surprisingly, these microorganisms exhibit an extraordinary tolerance to gamma radiation, enduring levels ...

Scientists found that the tardigrade, commonly and affectionately called “water bear” or “moss piglet ... Last year, scientists discovered a new species of tardigrade that was hyper ...

The genomes of two species of water bears reveal clues about how they persist in extreme conditions, yet don’t resolve the animals’ debated evolutionary story. NIH’s plan to reduce indirect funds ...