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UrduUNLV analysis challenges the idea that ocean ecosystems have barely changed over millions of years, pointing scientists down a new path on conservation efforts and policy.
Tag: coral reef conservation
UF research shows a step toward restoring sea urchins: ‘The lawnmowers of reefs’
Scientists, including Josh Patterson from the University of Florida, are stepping up efforts to enhance populations of the long-spined sea urchin – known scientifically as Diadema antillarum to support coral reef ecosystems.
NSU’s On-Shore Coral Nursery Expanding Its Role
Back in 2019, research scientists at Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) Halmos College of Arts and Sciences joined forces with colleagues on an ambitious project to save at-risk corals. As that project has progressed, NSU is now making its coral nursery available for other similar projects.
Large-scale ocean sanctuaries could protect coral reefs from climate change
Earth’s oceans are home to some of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet, but warming temperatures are causing many marine animals, including coral, to die out.
NSU & Coral Restoration Foundation™ Join Forces to Save Coral Diversity
Around the world, coral reefs are under pressure from a host of stressors, including global warming, pollution, and disease events. Now, two leading groups – Nova Southeastern University and the Coral Restoration Foundation™ – are teaming up to establish a new “coral ark” for critically endangered coral species where genetically diverse corals will be housed to bank and protect their important genetic diversity.