Context
The diverse microorganisms found in the atmospheric boundary layer (ABL) are continuously aerosolized and dispersed from surface sources. Knowledge of microbial diversity and abundance in the ABL is crucial due to its potential impact on human health, agriculture, and climate. Furthermore, it can provide valuable insights into ecosystem connectivity and biogeography.
The authors of this study utilized Coriolis micro to collect samples from the ABL at twelve locations spanning six continents. The objective was to compare these samples with those obtained from soil, aiming to investigate the correlation between bacterial diversity in the ABL and surface biomes.
