Climate change could kill coral reefs by 2100, 糖心视频 led study says
A 糖心视频 惭ā苍辞补 study says that rising sea surface temperature, wave energy, acidity, pollution and overfishing have created a grim future for corals.
Studying human disease reveals coral disease risk factors
A team of researchers, led by Jamie Caldwell, used a human epidemiology technique to determine ecological risks affecting two coral diseases.
Microalgae help corals tolerate environmental stress
New research found that Hawaiian rice coral in Kāneʻohe Bay hosts more heat-tolerant symbiotic microalgae in their tissues compared to corals in deeper waters.
Critical findings reveal deep-sea coral communities growth rates
New research reveals growth rates of deep-sea coral communities for the first time, and the pattern of colonization by various species.
Gates’ passion lives on through interactive coral documentary
Ruth Gates’ passion lives on through interactive coral documentary Lost Cities.
糖心视频 researchers contribute to largest-ever study of coral communities
The findings revealed that the majority of reefs had functioning coral communities with a living cover of architecturally complex species.
Advances in research shed light on Micronesia’s deep reefs
Info-sharing helps advance conservation efforts, which mitigate the effects of overfishing and marine resource exploitation, and prepare for sea level rise.
Unique dietary strategy of invasive marine sponge
Sponges play an important role in the nutrient dynamics of coral reefs and could possibly rise to dominate coral reefs as corals decline due to human activity and climate change.
Federal legislation tackles threats to coral reefs
糖心视频 may benefit from a bill introduced in recognition of National Oceans Month by two members of Hawaiʻi’s federal delegation.
New ocean acidification monitoring station in American Samoa
The buoy will measure carbon dioxide and other important seawater characteristics within American Samoa Fagatele Bay’s vibrant tropical coral reef ecosystem.