Corals in extreme coastal bays show greater resilience to climate stress

Corals living in coastal bays with strongly fluctuating temperatures and environmental conditions are better able to withstand heat and other stressors than their counterparts on more stable reefs. This is shown by research conducted by marine biologist Sarah Solomon, whose thesis offers valuable insights into the mechanisms and trade-offs associated with the resilience of coral reefs in a rapidly changing climate. She will defend her Ph.D. thesis on Thursday, February 19, at the University of Amsterdam.