Syracuse University Impact A&S Biologists Discover ‘Fire Amoeba’ that Pushes the Limits of Complex Life

Beryl Rappaport (left) and Angela Oliverio (right) at Lassen Volcanic National Park, where they conducted fieldwork that led to the discovery of the record-breaking “fire amoeba.”

A&S Biologists Discover ‘Fire Amoeba’ that Pushes the Limits of Complex Life

The newly discovered amoeba, thrives at 63°C, hotter than any other eukaryote yet documented.
Oct. 1, 2026

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