Scientists from the University of Vienna are investigating one of the ocean’s greatest mysteries: the missing carbon source that fuels life in the deep sea. Their latest research project, conducted in the North Atlantic Ocean, explores how ecosystems in the darkest depths sustain themselves despite limited access to surface nutrients.
By combining oceanographic expeditions with advanced analysis, the research team seeks to uncover hidden carbon pathways that may explain how deep-sea organisms survive and thrive. Understanding these mechanisms is not only key to marine science but also vital for assessing the role of the oceans in regulating the global carbon cycle.
The findings are expected to shed light on how deep-sea ecosystems contribute to climate balance, offering new perspectives on biodiversity and sustainability in one of Earth’s least explored environments.
Source: University of Vienna
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