Reefs ‘see’ light without eyes, coral’s secret unlocked in new Japanese study New research has revealed a unique mechanism in reef-building corals that allows them to switch between capturing light for photosynthesis and protecting their delicate tissues from sun damage. A team of researchers at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST) […]
480-million-year-old sponge discovered in China built Earth’s first skeletal reef
The Oldest Architect: 480-Million-Year-Old Sponge Unveils Earth’s First Skeletal Reef The discovery of a 480-million-year-old sponge in China has revolutionized scientists’ understanding of early reef formation on Earth. This groundbreaking finding sheds light on the evolutionary history of these ancient marine ecosystems and the pivotal role sponges played in building the planet’s first skeletal reef […]
Marine Heatwaves: The Growing Threat to Ecosystems and Economies
The impact of marine heatwaves is becoming increasingly evident around the globe, and regions that once appeared shielded are now experiencing alarming changes. From Japan to South America and even the North Atlantic, the frequency and intensity of these extreme temperature spikes are rising. Marine heatwaves, defined as periods of unusually high sea surface temperatures […]