Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Lisa C. McManus, Daniel L. Forrest, Edward W. Tekwa, Daniel E. Schindler, Madhavi A. Colton, Michael M. Webster, Timothy E. Essington, Stephen R. Palumbi, Peter J. Mumby, Malin L. Pinsky
Summary: Research has shown that the adaptation of corals to future climate warming depends on the oceanic geographical environment and coral reef network characteristics. Evolution is crucial for preventing coral extinction and facilitating the long-term recovery of coral communities. The Caribbean region is projected to have the lowest future coral cover, while the Coral Triangle has higher initial coral cover, slower recovery, and more evolutionary lag.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Liza M. Roger, Yaa Adarkwa Darko, Tytus Bernas, Frances White, Monsurat Olaosebikan, Lenore Cowen, Judith Klein-Seetharaman, Nastassja A. Lewinski
Summary: This study presents a new method for detecting the cell viability of corals through autofluorescence and different fluorescent dye pair combinations. The results show that the fluorescence dye pair Hoechst 33342 and SYTOX orange can accurately measure cell viability even in the presence of fluorescent proteins and chlorophyll. Additionally, the cytotoxicity of different molecules was measured, revealing their respective LC50 values.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Leila Chapron, Verena Schoepf, Stephen J. Levas, Matthew D. Aschaffenburg, Mark E. Warner, Andrea G. Grottoli
Summary: This study finds that natural physiological variability among coral species appears to be a stronger predictor of coral bleaching resilience than intra- or inter-annual physiological variability within a coral species.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Biology
Lorenzo Alvarez-Filip, F. Javier Gonzalez-Barrios, Esmeralda Perez-Cervantes, Ana Molina-Hernandez, Nuria Estrada-Saldivar
Summary: Diseases are major drivers of coral reef deterioration. A new disease outbreak in the Caribbean is spreading rapidly, causing significant changes in coral communities and reducing reef functionality. This outbreak is expected to be the most lethal disturbance ever recorded in the region.
COMMUNICATIONS BIOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Aldo Croquer, Ernesto Weil, Caroline S. Rogers
Summary: The study found that White Plagues and Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease share similarities in external symptoms, but have significant differences in terms of pathology, etiology, and epizootiology. Both diseases impact the coral microbiome, but differ in causative agents and transmission methods. Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease is more persistent and has higher mortality rates. More detailed information is needed for a better comparison between the two diseases.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jennifer E. Mallon, Alyssa M. Demko, Jennifer M. Sneed, Lilyana Newman, Carle Dugan, Andrew H. Altieri, Valerie Jean Paul, Maggie D. Johnson
Summary: Deoxygenation poses a major threat to coral reefs, causing catastrophic effects such as mass coral mortality. Different coral species have different tolerances to reduced dissolved oxygen concentrations, with some species surviving only a few days while others can tolerate deoxygenation for weeks. This study found that severe deoxygenation had a significant negative impact on recruit survivorship in certain coral species, highlighting the importance of considering species-specific variations in deoxygenation tolerance during reef conservation and restoration efforts.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Heather A. Stewart, David I. Kline, Lauren J. Chapman, Andrew H. Altieri
Summary: The study found that mangroves can serve as refuges for coral species, providing relief from environmental stress. Light intensity is a key factor affecting coral bleaching and survival, with mangrove habitats offering a refuge from light stress. Facilitative interactions allow mangroves to act as coral refuges by reducing environmental stress, which may become increasingly important with global climate change.
Article
Environmental Sciences
James E. Fifer, Nina Yasuda, Takehisa Yamakita, Colleen B. Bove, Sarah W. Davies
Summary: This study investigates the population genomic patterns of Acropora hyacinthus, a reef-building coral, along a latitudinal cline in Japan. The study identifies three cryptic lineages of A. hyacinthus and reveals the reduced genetic diversity, asymmetric migration, and genetic adaptation associated with range expansion. The findings provide insights into the genomic consequences of coral range expansion and the adaptive potential for further expansion.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Erick Barrera-Falcon, Rodolfo Rioja-Nieto, Roberto C. Hernandez-Landa, Edgar Torres-Irineo
Summary: This study compared main ecological metrics for coral reef condition assessment obtained with an underwater digital photogrammetry protocol and traditional sampling design simulations in the Cozumel Reefs National Park. The results suggest that the underwater digital photogrammetry protocol is more accurate in assessing coral reefs in comparison with traditional sampling designs. The study highlights the importance of precise assessing and monitoring of coral reefs for understanding the threats and changes in coral communities.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Ecology
Lydia J. Baker, Hannah G. Reich, Sheila A. Kitchen, J. Grace Klinges, Hanna R. Koch, Iliana B. Baums, Erinn M. Muller, Rebecca Vega Thurber
Summary: This study investigated the infection and ecology of the symbiont Candidatus Aquarickettsia rohweri in threatened Acropora corals, finding that the infection magnitude is influenced by coral host and geographic location. Phylogenomic analysis showed clustering by geographic region, with positive selection observed in Florida populations due to greater nutrient stress. Aquarickettsia was not found to codiversify significantly with coral animal or algal symbiont, suggesting horizontal transmission as the likely route of infection.
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Fabian Laakmann, Kaibo Hu, Patrick E. Farrell
Summary: This paper develops structure-preserving finite element methods for solving the incompressible, resistive Hall magnetohydrodynamics (MHD) equations. A stationary discrete variational formulation is introduced and the well-posedness and convergence of a Picard linearization are proved. For the transient problem, time discretizations that exactly preserve the energy and magnetic and hybrid helicity in the ideal limit are presented. An augmented Lagrangian preconditioning technique is also proposed for both the stationary and transient cases.
JOURNAL OF COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Violeta Martinez-Castillo, Alma Paola Rodriguez-Troncoso, Jose de Jesus Adolfo Tortolero-Langarica, Eric Bautista-Guerrero, Jacqueline Padilla-Gamino, Amilcar Levi Cupul-Magana
Summary: In the Central Mexican Pacific, nutrient levels and sedimentation conditions do not hinder coral growth and reproductive activity, but they may increase the abundance of bioeroders, compromising reef integrity and functionality.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Leah A. Marquez-Curtis, Xiao-Qing Dai, Yan Hang, Jonathan Y. Lam, James Lyon, Jocelyn E. Manning Fox, Locksley E. McGann, Patrick E. MacDonald, Seung K. Kim, Janet A. W. Elliott
Summary: The objective of this study was to optimize the cryopreservation of dissociated islet cells and obtain functional cells for single-cell transcriptome studies on diabetes. The optimized procedure maintained the integrity, molecular, and functional phenotypes of the cells. These findings are important for investigating cellular mechanisms in diabetes and for bio-engineering applications.
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
John Sutton
Summary: Instead of conserving or ignoring historically burdened heritage, RAAAF takes a striking and sometimes dramatic or destructive approach to intervene. Emotions and imaginings can be transmitted over time in various forms, and by considering different settings and modes of encounter, we can recognize the novelty of RAAAF's interventions while urging further attention to the variable dynamics and rhythms of remembering and sociomaterial residues.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Edward J. Calabrese
Summary: This paper provides a thorough assessment of hormetic dose responses in embryonic stem cells, suggesting that this response may serve as a fundamental and highly conserved evolutionary strategy.
CHEMICO-BIOLOGICAL INTERACTIONS
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Samuel A. Vohsen, Kaitlin E. Anderson, Andrea M. Gade, Harald R. Gruber-Vodicka, Richard P. Dannenberg, Eslam O. Osman, Nicole Dubilier, Charles R. Fisher, Iliana B. Baums
Article
Ecology
A. G. Grottoli, R. J. Toonen, R. van Woesik, R. Vega Thurber, M. E. Warner, R. H. McLachlan, J. T. Price, K. D. Bahr, I. B. Baums, K. D. Castillo, M. A. Coffroth, R. Cunning, K. L. Dobson, M. J. Donahue, J. L. Hench, R. Iglesias-Prieto, D. W. Kemp, C. D. Kenkel, D. Kline, I. B. Kuffner, J. L. Matthews, A. B. Mayfield, J. L. Padilla-Gamino, S. Palumbi, C. R. Voolstra, V. M. Weis, H. C. Wu
Summary: The importance of integrating diverse studies on coral bleaching to combat this global issue is highlighted. A common framework for coral bleaching experiments is proposed to enhance comparability among studies without stifling innovation. Transparency in methods used would strengthen comparisons and facilitate conservation strategies to mitigate coral bleaching worldwide.
ECOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Maha J. Cziesielski, Carlos M. Duarte, Nojood Aalismail, Yousef Al-Hafedh, Andrea Anton, Faiyah Baalkhuyur, Andrew C. Baker, Thorsten Balke, Iliana B. Baums, Michael Berumen, Vasiliki I. Chalastani, Brendan Cornwell, Daniele Daffonchio, Karen Diele, Ehtesaam Farooq, Jean-Pierre Gattuso, Song He, Catherine E. Lovelock, Elizabeth McLeod, Peter I. Macreadie, Nuria Marba, Cecilia Martin, Marcelle Muniz-Barreto, Kirshnakumar P. Kadinijappali, Perdana Prihartato, Lotfi Rabaoui, Vincent Saderne, Sebastian Schmidt-Roach, David J. Suggett, Michael Sweet, John Statton, Sam Teicher, Stacey M. Trevathan-Tackett, Thadickal V. Joydas, Razan Yahya, Manuel Aranda
Summary: The coastal and marine ecosystems in the unique environment of the Red Sea have adapted and flourished for millennia, providing socio-economic and environmental benefits to the bordering coastlines and countries. While the coral reef ecosystems in the Red Sea appear to be relatively healthier compared to global trends, they are still vulnerable to stressors such as increasing ocean temperature, acidification, and pollution. Degradation of marine habitats in many regions, coupled with increasing population pressure and coastal development projects, poses environmental costs and significant economic losses. Investment in blue natural capital and strategic development model focusing on the health of natural ecosystems can safeguard the sustainable development of the Red Sea.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hannah G. Reich, Sheila A. Kitchen, Kathryn H. Stankiewicz, Meghann Devlin-Durante, Nicole D. Fogarty, Iliana B. Baums
Summary: Research has shown genetic differentiation among Symbiodinium 'fitti' strains from different host taxa, likely influenced by unique selection pressures from host-associated microenvironments. The non-random sorting of S. 'fitti' strains to different hosts may be the basis for ecological specialization and ultimately speciation.
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Sheila A. Kitchen, C. Cornelia Osborne, Nicole D. Fogarty, Iliana B. Baums
Summary: The study found that the morphology of Caribbean Acropora corals is not necessarily linked to their maternal species and cannot be predicted by mitochondrial haplogroups. Expert classification showed lower accuracy in identifying hybrids and A. palmata.
Article
Ecology
Lydia J. Baker, Hannah G. Reich, Sheila A. Kitchen, J. Grace Klinges, Hanna R. Koch, Iliana B. Baums, Erinn M. Muller, Rebecca Vega Thurber
Summary: This study investigated the infection and ecology of the symbiont Candidatus Aquarickettsia rohweri in threatened Acropora corals, finding that the infection magnitude is influenced by coral host and geographic location. Phylogenomic analysis showed clustering by geographic region, with positive selection observed in Florida populations due to greater nutrient stress. Aquarickettsia was not found to codiversify significantly with coral animal or algal symbiont, suggesting horizontal transmission as the likely route of infection.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mary Hagedorn, Christopher A. Page, Keri L. O'Neil, Daisy M. Flores, Lucas Tichy, Trinity Conn, Valerie F. Chamberland, Claire Lager, Nikolas Zuchowicz, Kathryn Lohr, Harvey Blackburn, Tali Vardi, Jennifer Moore, Tom Moore, Iliana B. Baums, Mark J. A. Vermeij, Kristen L. Marhaver
Summary: The study demonstrated the successful use of cryopreserved sperm for assisted gene flow in corals, showing it to be a viable conservation tool to increase genetic diversity in threatened marine populations.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2021)
Article
Ecology
Tali Vardi, Whitney C. Hoot, Jessica Levy, Elizabeth Shaver, R. Scott Winters, Anastazia T. Banaszak, Iliana B. Baums, Valerie Chamberland, Nathan Cook, David Gulko, Margaux Y. Hein, Les Kaufman, Michelle Loewe, Petra Lundgren, Caitlin Lustic, Petra MacGowan, Mikhail Matz, Miles McGonigle, Ian McLeod, Jennifer Moore, Tom Moore, Sandrine Pivard, F. Joseph Pollock, Baruch Rinkevich, David J. Suggett, Samuel Suleiman, T. Shay Viehman, Tatiana Villalobos, Virginia M. Weis, Chelsea Wolke, Phanor H. MontoyaMaya
Summary: The movement for coral reef restoration is growing rapidly in response to the degradation of tropical coral reefs worldwide. The Coral Restoration Consortium was established in 2017 to coordinate collaborative efforts in reef recovery. A biennial review in March 2020 focused on scaling up restoration efforts, ensuring population genetics management, and promoting standardized metrics for coral reef restoration.
RESTORATION ECOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Ecology
Thorsten B. H. Reusch, Iliana B. Baums, Benjamin Werner
Summary: Somatic genetic variation may have a significant impact on long-lived, modular species, with sexual and asexual processes influencing the accumulation of genetic load and molecular evolution rates. Further research is needed to understand the fitness effects of SoGV, multilevel selection, and asexual selective sweeps.
TRENDS IN ECOLOGY & EVOLUTION
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Kathryn H. Stankiewicz, Kate L. Vasquez Kuntz, Iliana B. Baums
Summary: The traditional method Delta K for determining population structure may underestimate the true number of clusters and be sensitive to uneven sampling. Using a combination of different estimators is recommended for more accurate results, as relying on a single estimator may not be sufficient in determining the optimal number of clusters.
MOLECULAR ECOLOGY RESOURCES
(2022)
Editorial Material
Environmental Sciences
Jesus E. Arias-Gonzalez, Iliana B. Baums, Anastazia T. Banaszak, Carlos Prada, Sergio Rossi, Edwin A. Hernandez-Delgado, Baruch Rinkevich
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Eslam O. Osman, Samuel A. Vohsen, Fanny Girard, Rafaelina Cruz, Orli Glickman, Lena M. Bullock, Kaitlin E. Anderson, Alexis M. Weinnig, Erik E. Cordes, Charles R. Fisher, Iliana B. Baums
Summary: This study investigates the reliance of coral species living near deep-sea cold seeps on chemosynthetically-derived food and the impact of proximity to cold seeps. The researchers find that some coral species utilize chemosynthetically derived food and that the restructuring of the microbiome community may aid corals in utilizing seepage-derived carbon.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kate L. Vasquez Kuntz, Sheila A. Kitchen, Trinity L. Conn, Samuel A. Vohsen, Andrea N. Chan, Mark J. A. Vermeij, Christopher Page, Kristen L. Marhaver, Iliana B. Baums
Summary: The study reveals that somatic mutations in animals can be passed on to offspring, increasing genetic diversity and facilitating adaptation across generations.
Article
Biology
Hanny E. Rivera, Anne L. Cohen, Janelle R. Thompson, Iliana B. Baums, Michael D. Fox, Kirstin S. Meyer-Kaiser
Summary: Ocean warming is causing coral mortality, but some heat-tolerant populations can replenish affected reefs. The Rock Islands in Palau harbor two thermally tolerant genetic lineages, which can provide tolerant larvae to neighboring areas, essential for coral survival.
COMMUNICATIONS BIOLOGY
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Zoology
K. Vasquez-Kuntz, S. Kitchen, T. Conn, S. Vohsen, A. Chan, M. J. A. Vermeij, C. Page, K. Marhaver, I. B. Baums
INTEGRATIVE AND COMPARATIVE BIOLOGY
(2021)