New science discovers coral seed banks
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 21 February 2022
A CSIRO-led study in Palau revealed coral reefs can recover rapidly after devastation, not only from spawning but also via hidden coral “seed banks.” Findings challenge assumptions on reef recovery and aid future restoration strategies.
Keywords: coral reefs, reef recovery, seed banks, typhoon impact, CSIRO research, marine ecology
Meet our coral spawning researcher: Lauren Hardiman
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 22 February 2022
Researcher Lauren Hardiman studies coral spawning to aid reef recovery. Her team cultures coral larvae in floating pools and trials release methods, offering scalable solutions to restore and protect the Great Barrier Reef.
Keywords: coral spawning, reef restoration, Great Barrier Reef, coral larvae, climate change, RRAP, marine science
Casting a global net to solve the plastic problem
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 1 March 2022
CSIRO and partners launched the Plastics Innovation Hub Indonesia to tackle marine plastic waste. By uniting researchers, universities, industry, and government, the initiative drives regional solutions, innovation, and circular economy practices.
Keywords: plastic pollution, CSIRO, Indonesia, innovation hub, marine ecosystems, circular economy, regional collaboration
