marine biology
How human activities compromise coral health and resilience
A new study reveals how human-led pollution alters the chemical makeup of coral tissues, making reefs significantly more vulnerable to warming and acidic waters.
Seals have a unique superpower in their ears, and we finally know how it evolved
New research reveals how seals evolved specialized middle ear tissue to maintain acoustic sensitivity across two different environments.
Stanford study reveals metabolic failure caused Earth's greatest extinction
Research indicates that the Great Dying was driven by the inability of slow-metabolizing marine life to adapt to rising temperatures and deoxygenation. These findings provide insight into how today's climate stressors may affect modern marine ecosystems.
New Flapping Robot Swims And Flies Like Diving Bird
The flapping-wing aerial-aquatic vehicle (FAAV) mimics diving seabirds by transitioning between air and water. Researchers believe it could be used to monitor coral reefs, fish stocks, and coastal erosion.