Hawaiian corals show surprising resilience to warming oceans
Three of the most common coral species in Hawaiʻi were studied.
Researchers capture first snapshot of dissolved chemicals from coral reefs
Hundreds of molecules that are made by important members of the coral reef community were recently discovered by a team of scientists.
Understanding coral reef connectivity important to focus conservation efforts
The study identified significant gaps and opportunities for positioning marine protected areas and other effective area-based conservation measures strategically on coral reefs.
Coral catastrophe prompts UH student to pursue marine conservation
A widespread coral bleaching event during the summer of 2015 sparked Mariko Quinn’s determination to conserve Hawaiʻi’s reefs.
Pioneering ocean acidification research finds grave concern for coral reefs
Christopher Sabine has devoted his life to understanding the connections between the ocean and anthropogenic carbon.
Coral reef biodiversity predicted to shift as climate changes
Research led by scientists at UH Mānoa reveals that the species which dominate experimental coral reef communities shift due to climate change.
Coral cryopreservation for breeding key to survival
The juvenile corals raised from this trans-Caribbean coupling represent the largest wildlife population ever raised from cryopreserved material.
Professor named scientist of the year, hosts lecture on coral reefs
Hixon will deliver a free online lecture on saving Hawaiʻi’s coral reefs.
Insidious coral killer invading Palmyra Atoll reef
Researchers discovered a corallimorph recently changed and became much more invasive in reefs at Palmyra Atoll.
Blue coral’s secret sunscreen may save reefs
This coral not only produces a protein that imparts the deep blue color, but also acts as a natural sunscreen to filter out harmful UV radiation.
