The Biodiversity and Ecosystem Dynamics of Deep-Sea Hydrothermal Vents
A special issue of Biology (ISSN 2079-7737). This special issue belongs to the section "Marine Biology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2025 | Viewed by 441
Special Issue Editors
Interests: microbial diversity; thermophilic microbe; anaerobic microbe; piezophilic microbe; resource utilization; sulfur cycle; iron cycle
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Deep-sea hydrothermal vents represent some of the most extreme and fascinating ecosystems on Earth. These unique environmental features, characterized by their high temperatures and the presence of mineral-rich fluids, create a variety of habitats that support a diverse array of microbial and faunal life, as well as complex biological ecosystems. The biological geography of these ecosystems is complex and intriguing, offering a wealth of opportunities for scientific exploration and understanding. Here, we call for a Special Issue to provide an academically inclusive platform for open discussions among scholars. In this Special Issue, we welcome original research articles and reviews with a suggested minimum word count of 4000 words. Additionally, scoping review-type articles can be submitted as review articles.
Research will cover a broad spectrum of topics related to deep-sea hydrothermal vents, including, but not limited to, the following: the spatial and/or temporal variations in hydrothermal ecosystems, as well as the underlying physical, geological, and chemical processes; the diversity of microbial communities that thrive in these extreme environments, including their metabolic pathways and adaptations; the diversity and biogeography of vent fauna that fill a gap in understanding their distribution pattern on a large scale; the symbiotic relationships between vent-dwelling organisms and the microbes that support them; the role of hydrothermal vents in the broader context of marine biodiversity and ecosystem services; and technological advancements in the exploration and study of deep-sea hydrothermal vent ecosystems. In addition, we also welcome scholars to submit other articles related to the above themes. We sincerely invite you to contribute to the development of an academic subject in this field, and hereby extend our highest respect.
We are looking forward to your contributions.
Dr. Xiang Zeng
Dr. Yadong Zhou
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- deep-sea hydrothermal vents
- biodiversity
- microbiome
- biological resources
- marine biology
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