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Ecology
Ariel Greiner, Marco Andrello, Emily Darling, Martin Krkosek, Marie-Josee Fortin
Summary: The study aims to determine the connectivity of coral reefs and the level of future coral cover under global scenarios of coral bleaching loss and potential recovery. The findings emphasize the importance of maintaining functional coral reef habitat outside of predicted climate refugia to sustain connectivity globally.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND BIOGEOGRAPHY
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Gijs G. Hendrickx, Peter M. J. Herman, Jasper T. Dijkstra, Curt D. Storlazzi, Lauren T. Toth
Summary: The study focuses on the impacts of climate change on coral reefs, developing a biophysical model that includes various environmental factors to better understand the processes affecting coral growth and reef development. The model is significant in considering hydrodynamics in the feedback loop, marking a step forward in predicting the persistence of coral reefs in the face of climate change.
ENVIRONMENTAL MODELLING & SOFTWARE
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Bing Lin, Yiwen Zeng, Gregory P. P. Asner, David S. S. Wilcove
Summary: By combining Instagram data from tourists and live coral cover maps in Hawaii, this study reveals that coral reefs both attract and suffer from coastal tourism. Higher live coral cover attracts more visitors, but their visitation contributes to subsequent reef degradation. This finding highlights the economic value of coral reefs and the importance of effective conservation management.
NATURE SUSTAINABILITY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Elena Bollati, Yaeli Rosenberg, Noa Simon-Blecher, Raz Tamir, Oren Levy, Danwei Huang
Summary: Urbanized coral reefs are often impacted by sedimentation and reduced light levels, but many coral species can still thrive under these disturbed conditions. A study on the transcriptomic response to sediment stress in corals found that exposure to sediment induced upregulation of genes related to energy metabolism and immune response, with anaerobic glycolysis and glyoxylate bypass enzymes being significantly affected. This suggests that hypoxia may be a driving factor for the molecular response of corals to sediment stress.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chuan-Ho Tang, Shu-Han Shi, Ching-Yu Lin, Wei-Hsien Wang
Summary: This study investigated the effect of copper on coral health through glycerophosphocholine profiling and successfully established a quantitative model correlating with copper concentration and physiological effect, providing a basis for biomonitoring coral health.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Nicholas M. Hammerman, George Roff, Tracy Lybolt, Gal Eyal, John M. Pandolfi
Summary: This study investigates the entire history of a high-latitude coral reef ecosystem in an urbanized setting and finds that reef growth and termination are controlled by environmental factors, and water quality pollution has a significant impact on coral assemblages.
FRONTIERS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Daniel Fnkli Mokodongan, Hiroki Taninaka, La Sara, Taisei Kikuchi, Hideaki Yuasa, Yoshihisa Suyama, Nina Yasuda
Summary: Spatial autocorrelation analysis is a well-established technique used to detect spatial structures in ecology. This study compared the effectiveness of genome-wide SNPs and traditional genetic markers in detecting spatial genetic structure within a population of reef-building coral species. The results showed that genome-wide SNPs were more effective in identifying significant spatial autocorrelation patterns compared to traditional genetic markers.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Ecology
Alexandre C. C. Siqueira, Pooventhran Muruga, David R. R. Bellwood
Summary: The biodiversity of tropical reefs is characterized by the interaction between fishes and corals. However, only a minority of fish species strongly associate with live corals, and there is no coevolutionary pattern between the fish and coral lineages. The expansion of reef structures, rather than coral association, is more likely responsible for the Miocene fish diversification.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Thomas J. F. Goreau
Summary: Coral reefs are collapsing rapidly due to various factors, and urgent steps are necessary to regenerate them. The use of safe electrical stimulation has shown potential in increasing settlement, growth, and survival of marine organisms under extreme stress conditions. Further research is needed to understand the mechanisms at the cellular and molecular levels. Electrical stimulation is the only known method to reverse the impacts of extreme stresses on corals and other marine organisms.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Deniz Disa, Matthias Munnich, Meike Vogt, Nicolas Gruber
Summary: The interplay between ocean circulation and coral metabolism creates highly variable biogeochemical conditions in space and time across tropical coral reefs. By simulating these variations using a coupled model, we find that coral reefs have complex spatial and temporal structures, and different biogeochemical niches may have significant impacts on the health of corals.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Crawford Drury, Roberta E. Martin, David E. Knapp, Joseph Heckler, Joshua Levy, Ruth D. Gates, Gregory P. Asner
Summary: To improve coral conservation and management, we used historical bleaching phenotypes, imaging spectroscopy, and temperature stress to map coral species composition and thermal tolerance. Spectral data accurately distinguished benthic composition and coral species and showed potential for mapping thermal tolerance. Additionally, we strengthened the relationship between predictions and conserved tolerance phenotypes through a study of a marine heatwave in 2019.
FRONTIERS IN ECOLOGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Biology
Peter J. J. Edmunds
Summary: Coral recruitment is the addition of new individuals to populations and plays a crucial role in population size. Understanding the factors influencing coral recruitment and its ability to support community resilience is crucial due to declines in coral cover and abundance. Settlement tiles have proven to be effective tools in measuring coral recruitment and future studies should focus on expanding taxonomic resolution and using time series of settlement tile deployments.
BIOLOGICAL REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nadiezhda Santodomingo, Chris Perry, Zarinah Waheed, Muhammad Ali Bin Syed Hussein, Allia Rosedy, Kenneth G. Johnson
Summary: This study documented the magnitude, types, sources, and potential impacts of marine litter on six coral reefs in East Sabah. The research found that plastics dominate the litter, primarily single-use items, with discarded fishing gear also making up a significant portion. Litter pollution is more severe closer to urban developments.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2021)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
B. Manikandan, A. A. Padelkar, J. Ravindran, S. Joseph
Summary: The study found that the abundant growth of the macroalga Turbinaria conoides had significant negative impacts on the coral Goniastrea sp., causing tissue damage and a reduction in endosymbiont density. This suggests that interspecific competition between corals and macroalgae can lead to detrimental effects on coral health and cover.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Angelo Jason Spadaro, Mark J. Butler
Summary: The study shows that herbivorous crabs play a significant role in removing seaweed and promoting coral reef recovery. By reducing seaweed cover, increasing coral recruitment, and enhancing reef fish community abundance and diversity, the crabs can reverse the ecological phase shift on coral reefs away from seaweed dominance. Compared to manual scrubbing, the herbivory of crabs has a more lasting effect on reducing algae cover and restoring coral reefs.
Article
Evolutionary Biology
Catalina Ramirez-Portilla, Andrew H. Baird, Peter F. Cowman, Andrea M. Quattrini, Saki Harii, Frederic Sinniger, Jean-Francois Flot
Summary: Distinguishing coral species is important for various studies and effective ecosystem management. Despite challenges in species delimitation, this study on tabular Acropora corals shows that different lines of evidence can help identify species boundaries accurately. Results suggest that species of the genus Acropora are reproductively isolated and independently evolving units that can be distinguished morphologically.
SYSTEMATIC BIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Thibault Androuin, Pierrick Barbier, Martin Foret, Tarik Meziane, Mathilde Thomas, Philippe Archambault, Gesche Winkler, Rejean Tremblay, Frederic Olivier
Summary: The study investigated the triggers driving bivalve larvae settlement in an intertidal coarse sand habitat, finding that the early recruitment rate of bivalve families is influenced by specific trophic settlement triggers.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Sarah Farhat, Eric Bonnivard, Emmanuelle Pales Espinosa, Arnaud Tanguy, Isabelle Boutet, Nadege Guiglielmoni, Jean-Francois Flot, Bassem Allam
Summary: The study generated a 1.86 Gb chromosome-level assembly of the hard clam genome, revealing a high proportion of repeated elements and major chromosome rearrangements compared to other assemblies. Comparative analysis showed a diversification in immune-related proteins, particularly tumor necrosis factors and C1q domain-containing proteins. Additionally, a range of LTR-retrotransposons elements, especially Steamer elements, were identified, indicating a potential target for investigating cancer cell development and transmission in bivalve mollusks.
Letter
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Rodrigo Lopes Ferreira, Enrico Bernard, Francisco William da Cruz Junior, Luis Beethoven Pilo, Allan Calux, Marconi Souza-Silva, Jos Barlow, Paulo S. Pompeu, Pedro Cardoso, Stefano Mammola
Editorial Material
Ecology
Giulio Formenti, Kathrin Theissinger, Carlos Fernandes, Iliana Bista, Aureliano Bombarely, Christoph Bleidorn, Claudio Ciofi, Angelica Crottini, Jose A. Godoy, Jacob Hoglund, Joanna Malukiewicz, Alice Mouton, Rebekah A. Oomen, Sadye Paez, Per J. Palsboll, Christophe Pampoulie, Maria J. Ruiz-Lopez, Hannes Svardal, Constantina Theofanopoulou, Jan de Vries, Ann-Marie Waldvogel, Guojie Zhang, Camila J. Mazzoni, Erich D. Jarvis, Miklos Balint
Summary: Progress in genome sequencing has enabled the generation of large-scale reference genomes, representing global biodiversity. These genomes provide unique insights into genomic diversity and architecture, allowing comprehensive analyses in population and functional genomics, and are expected to revolutionize conservation genomics.
TRENDS IN ECOLOGY & EVOLUTION
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Ana Rodriguez Jimenez, Nadege Guiglielmoni, Lise Goetghebuer, Etienne Dechamps, Isabelle F. George, Jean-Francois Flot
Summary: This study provides insights into the genome of V. fluvialis, a lactic acid bacteria species. The species shows high intraspecific diversity and is distinct from other Vagococcus species. Sponge-isolated V. fluvialis strains carry a higher number of mobile genetic elements and are enriched in functions related to the marine environment.
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Mathias Chynel, Sofia Rockomanovic, Gwenael Abril, Glenda Barroso, Humberto Marotta, Wilson Machado, Christian J. Sanders, Najet Thiney, Tarik Meziane
Summary: Mangrove sediments have a high capacity of carbon storage, but are vulnerable to degradation and carbon losses due to urbanization. The level of eutrophication varies among different mangroves.
ESTUARINE COASTAL AND SHELF SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Limnology
Frederic Olivier, Mathilde Gigot, Delphine Mathias, Youenn Jezequel, Tarik Meziane, Christophe L'Her, Laurent Chauvaud, Julien Bonnel
Summary: Noise pollution from human activities has increased in the oceans, yet there is limited research on its impact on marine invertebrates. To address this gap, researchers developed the Larvosonic system, a laboratory tank equipped with acoustic assets, to assess the effects of noise on young stages of marine invertebrates. They found that different types and levels of noise influenced the growth of scallops, with interactive effects between noise level/spectra and trophic environment.
LIMNOLOGY AND OCEANOGRAPHY-METHODS
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Camilla Lienart, Michael Tedengren, Andrius Garbaras, Hwanmi Lim, Mathias Chynel, Christophe Robinson, Tarik Meziane, Agnes M. L. Karlson
Summary: Cyanobacterial blooms have increased worldwide, and the decrease in spring diatom blooms in temperate aquatic ecosystems has been widely reported. This study investigates how blue mussels respond to different types of food sources and demonstrates their positive response to cyanobacteria, despite the low proportions of essential fatty acids. The results suggest that imbalances in the biochemical composition of diet can be overcome through biosynthesis of essential fatty acids.
JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL MARINE BIOLOGY AND ECOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Frank David, Gwen Herault, Nadia Ameziane, Tarik Meziane, Aicha Badou, Cedric Hubas
Summary: Fatty acids and carotenoids play important roles in the embryonic and larval development of sea cucumbers. This study investigated their changes during gametogenesis and found that sea cucumbers rapidly accumulate lipids in their gonads after spawning, while carotenoid levels show little seasonal variation. The findings contribute to a better understanding of the reproductive cycle of sea cucumbers and have implications for aquaculture practices.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mathilde Gigot, Frederic Olivier, Gauthier Cervello, Rejean Tremblay, Delphine Mathias, Tarik Meziane, Laurent Chauvaud, Julien Bonnel
Summary: One of the biggest challenges in the 21st century is to reduce carbon emissions, and offshore wind turbines appear to be an efficient solution. However, the high levels of noise emitted during the installation phase may have unknown impacts on benthic marine invertebrates. This study investigates the effects of diet and pile driving or drilling sounds on the settlement of P. maximus larvae.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Forestry
Samuel Vanden Abeele, Katarina Matvijev, Olivier J. Hardy, Dieu-Merci Assumani, Bhely Angoboy Ilondea, Hans Beeckman, Gael U. D. Bouka, Clay Archange Boupoya, Victor Deklerck, Jean-Francois Flot, Jean-Francois Gillet, Narcisse Guy Kamdem, Janvier Lisingo, Franck Monthe, Bonaventure Sonke, Steven B. Janssens
Summary: As destruction and degradation of natural ecosystems continue to cause global biodiversity loss, it becomes increasingly important to document species and population diversity. However, many species remain poorly understood, particularly in tropical African plants. This study aims to identify hidden species and differentiated populations in the widespread tropical African tree Staudtia kamerunensis, which exhibits high morphological diversity and a complex taxonomical history.
TREE GENETICS & GENOMES
(2023)
Article
Zoology
Mara Knuesel, Spela Borko, Roman Alther, Alice Salussolia, Jean-Francois Flot, Florian Altermatt, Cene Fiser, Fabio Stoch
Summary: Subterranean fauna is understudied, including the Alpine groundwater amphipod Niphargus ruffoi. We assessed its taxonomic status using genetic markers and molecular species delimitation methods. The study revealed a complex scenario with two lineages (N. arolaensis and N. ruffoi), and suggested N. ruffoi as a species complex. Recombination and lack of morphological evidence made the resolution of the phylogenetic structure challenging. The study system provides insights into the evolution and biogeography of Alpine clades.
ZOOLOGISCHER ANZEIGER
(2023)
Meeting Abstract
Fisheries
Frederic Olivier, Mathilde Gigot, Julien Bonnel, Delphine Mathias, Tarik Meziane, Rejean Tremblay, Laurent Chauvaud
JOURNAL OF SHELLFISH RESEARCH
(2023)
Meeting Abstract
Fisheries
Nathalia Byrro Gauthier, Thomas Uboldi, Rejean Tremblay, Tarik Meziane, Frederic Olivier, Laurent Chauvaud, Gesche Winkler
JOURNAL OF SHELLFISH RESEARCH
(2023)