Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Occidental Student Discovers Deep-Sea Spider Secrets

6/23/2025

31 7

Summary

Story summary

Bianca Dal Bó, a dedicated biology major from Occidental College, embarked on an exciting research expedition aboard the R/V Atlantis, uncovering the mysteries of deep-sea sea spiders and their unique partnerships with microbes. Her groundbreaking findings, featured in PNAS, shed light on biodiversity and methane ecosystems, with heartfelt gratitude to her mentor, Professor Shana Goffredi, for guiding her journey.

1 of 1

Story summary

Bianca Dal Bó, a dedicated biology major from Occidental College, embarked on an exciting research expedition aboard the R/V Atlantis, uncovering the mysteries of deep-sea sea spiders and their unique partnerships with microbes. Her groundbreaking findings, featured in PNAS, shed light on biodiversity and methane ecosystems, with heartfelt gratitude to her mentor, Professor Shana Goffredi, for guiding her journey.