Editorial: Exploring microbial mat communities in extreme environments.

This document is an editorial published in Frontiers in Microbiology titled "Exploring microbial mat communities in extreme environments." The editorial discusses the biodiversity and ecological significance of microbial mats, which are communities of microorganisms that capture and recycle nutrients and energy. The authors highlight the importance of studying microbial mats in extreme environments, such as Antarctica and hot springs, to understand diversity, evolutionary processes, and the adaptability of life to extreme conditions. The editorial also provides a summary of eight articles published in the same research topic, which further explore the diversity and interactions of microbial mats in extreme environments. Overall, the editorial emphasizes the need for continued research to fully understand the complexities of microbial mat communities in extreme habitats. [Extracted from the article]