Phytochromes: The 'eyes' that enable microalgae to find their way in the depths

The phytoplankton that populate oceans are known to play a key role in marine ecosystems and climate regulation. Like terrestrial plants, they store atmospheric CO2, and produce half of our planet’s oxygen via photosynthesis. However, the mechanisms that control their distribution remain poorly understood.
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