Scientists Uncover World’s Largest Underground Thermal Lake Neuron Foundation
A groundbreaking discovery has been made by researchers who found the world’s largest underground thermal lake nestled at the base of a deep “abyss.” This remarkable lake contains more than three times the volume of water found in three Olympic swimming pools. Future expeditions aim to map and create a 3D model of this extraordinary find, while also exploring the possibility of life existing in this unique environment.
Natural hot springs, often referred to as Mother Nature’s jacuzzi, are a luxurious phenomenon on Earth’s surface. These geothermal features are heated by the planet’s core, with some springs in active volcanic regions reaching dangerously high temperatures. And now, scientists believe they have stumbled upon the largest underground thermal lake to date.
A team of Czech Republic scientists recently uncovered this massive thermal lake in southern Albania. Initially discovered in 2021, the team lacked the necessary equipment to fully investigate the lake and its intricate cave system. However, guided by a column of steam leading them into the limestone, they reached a profound “abyss” over 100 meters deep, which they named Atmos. Further exploration revealed a significant thermal inflow and an expansive lake sitting at the abyss’s base.
To properly study and understand this phenomenal discovery, scientific research and precise measurements were deemed necessary. With the generous support from the Neuron Foundation, a company dedicated to elevating Czech science and fostering collaborations between science and business, the research team was able to return to the cave. Upon their return, they determined that the lake, now named Lake Neuron in honor of their benefactors, boasts a circumference of 345 meters and holds approximately 8,335 cubic meters of thermal mineral water—far surpassing the volume of an Olympic-size swimming pool.
Director and co-founder of the Neuron Foundation, Monika Řasa Vondráková, emphasized the importance of field research in advancing science and expanding our knowledge of the world around us. The Neuron Foundation has also supported other significant expeditions, such as the discovery of the “lost Mayan city” Yax Balam in Guatemala in 2023.
Looking ahead, the team plans to conduct further studies on the thermal lake in the coming year. Their goal is to create a comprehensive map of the discovery, including a 3D representation of the entire crevasse, and collect samples of any plant and animal life that may have thrived in this unique environment. While the thermal lake is a remarkable find, the true exploration of this fascinating discovery is just beginning.
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