Study Reveals Corals’ Influence on Reef Microbes
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Published: 12 October 2016
Corals influence surrounding microbes by selectively feeding on key bacteria and releasing compounds that boost microbial growth and nitrogen cycling, revealing their crucial role in shaping reef ecosystems.
Keywords: corals, microbes, SAR11, nitrogen, reef, bacteria, WHOI
Ancient Skeleton Discovered on Antikythera Shipwreck
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Published: 19 September 2016
A well-preserved 2,100-year-old human skeleton found at the Antikythera Shipwreck may offer DNA insights into ancient seafarers, marking a major breakthrough in marine archaeology and ancient genetics.
Keywords: Antikythera, skeleton, shipwreck, DNA, WHOI, Greece, archaeology.
Travel Distances of Juvenile Fish Key to Better Conservation
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Published: 15 May 2017
Marine reserves boost reef sustainability, but size matters. WHOI researchers measured larval fish dispersal to optimize reserve design, ensuring conservation and fisheries benefits. Results confirm real-world rescue and connectivity effects.
Keywords: marine reserves, fish dispersal, coral reefs, WHOI, conservation, DNA analysis, sustainability.
