One of the biggest challenges to effective reef restoration is applying interventions at scale, particularly in areas as vast as the Great Barrier Reef.
Over the last few years, AIMS and our collaborators have been developing a toolbox of interventions to help coral reefs recover from the effects of climate change, and resist warming temperatures caused by climate change.
Coral aquaculture techniques are being developed at AIMS and across the world to support large-scale efforts to fast-track reef recovery in the future.
AIMS is committed to supporting the next generation of marine scientists.
Corals have vital, complex relationships with microorganisms. Microscopic algal symbionts are well known for providing corals with most of their energy. However, corals also associate with other microorganisms such as bacteria whose benefits range from nutrient cycling to protection against pathogens.
Hybridisation is a process where eggs and sperm from two different species cross-fertilise to produce viable young.
In coral, this process occasionally occurs in nature. It increases genetic diversity and creates novel genetic combinations that may be beneficial for adaptation and confer resilience to changing climate conditions.
Offshore wind energy is a form of renewable energy that harnesses strong and consistent winds over the ocean and transfers it into electricity networks on land. It is considered an attractive renewable resource because it can mitigate the effects of climate change. Already an established industry in the UK and Europe, this type of energy could play an important role in Australia’s future energy supply systems.
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The National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) at the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) is a world-class marine experimental research facility located at Cape Ferguson, about 50km south of the CBD of Townsville, Queensland.
SeaSim’s advanced capabilities allow researchers to precisely control water quality parameters such temperature, pH, salinity, light, and water chemistry, enabling researchers to simulate various scenarios and examine the responses of marine organisms to environmental changes.
In 2021, the Australian Government announced a $36.3 million SeaSim expansion as part of the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS) in recognition of the role that SeaSim plays in facilitating crucial research for marine research.
We are excited to announce that NCRIS funding will support the National Sea Simulator Funded Access Program. National and international researchers will soon be able to apply for merit-based access to use the facility for their research.
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Published 7th August 2024
AIMS is a world leader in tropical marine science and conducts research supporting environmental sustainability and economic growth in Australia’s tropical oceans.
Our highly skilled and innovative science staff and valued support staff use state-of-the-art infrastructure, alongside strong national and international collaborative relationships to help to build Australia’s national marine science capability.
Together we can meet the challenges facing our marine estate.
