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Project: Blood Falls Subglacial Processes (C-528)
Blood Falls (PS01): C-528 - Blood Falls Subglacial Processes
Project: Blood Falls Subglacial Processes (C-528)
- PI: Dr. Jill Mikucki
- Project Lead: Jill Mikucki
- Funding Source: NSF/PLR 1344348
Description
Blood Falls is a striking red-orange feature at the toe of Taylor Glaicer in Taylor Valley that is formed by the secretion of a hypersaline, subglacial brine supporting an active microbial community. The subglacial brine is released from a crevasse at the Taylor Glacier’s surface, providing an access point into an Antarctic subglacial ecosystem. The site is accessible by helicopter.
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