UF/IFAS, The Florida Aquarium collaborate to revitalize coral reefs, marine habitatsÂ
A major focus of the collaborative research is on how urchins can improve the growth and survival of corals. Â
Tag: coral reefs
FAU engineers win federal grant for unique school of bio-robotic fish
The research will develop systems to navigate through ocean environments that are now difficult or impossible to explore.
Our ocean is a lifeline – we need to protect it now more than everÂ
Our marine creatures and coral reefs are being pummeled by ocean heat waves.
Making waves: Miami doctoral student conducts cutting-edge research on air-sea interactions
As part of a commitment to help protect coastal communities and marine life, Peisen Tan studies the dynamics of waves.
The warming ocean is leaving coastal economies in hot water
The ocean economy is threatened by damage from storms, sea level rise and marine heat waves fueled by climate change.
Nature-based solutions help us adapt to climate change impactsÂ
Natural features are an effective defense against erosion, storms and flooding – but only if we protect and restore them.
When does renourishing beaches amount to just pouring money in the ocean?
Treasure Coast governments have spent well over $100 million during the last five years on beach-renourishment work.
So they may endure for the enjoyment of future generations: Florida’s northern coral reefs see new state designationÂ
HB 1557 redesignates the Kristin Jacobs Coral Reef Ecosystem Conservation Area to a State Aquatic Preserve. Â
Have the world’s coral reefs already crossed a tipping point?
Last month, the world officially entered its fourth — and probably worst — mass coral bleaching event in history.
Back to the future: What does history show about what lies ahead for coral reefs?
A new study suggests that environmental stressors might limit the ability of Florida reefs to function as long-term climate refuges.
The Invading Sea is a nonpartisan source for news, commentary and educational content about climate change and other environmental issues affecting Florida. The site is managed by Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Environmental Studies in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science.
