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References
Brooke SD, Holmes MW, Young CM (2009) Sediment tolerance of two different morphotypes of the deep-sea coral Lophelia pertusa from the Gulf of Mexico. Marine Ecology
Transatlantic collaborations
Cold-water coral research is embracing a new era of ocean basin scale research – a scale vital to understand key issues like how deep coral
Shaking foundations
Ocean Acidification shakes the foundation of cold-water coral reefs. The longest-ever simulation of future ocean conditions shows that the skeletons of deep-sea corals change shape
New Paleontology section
We have a new section on Lophelia.org, introducing you to paleontology!
Explore the Ocean Live!
Chuck Fisher and his colleagues are currently exploring corals and their associates in the deep Gulf of Mexico. You can follow the cruise live at nautiluslive.org
Coralbots to repair coral reefs
Underwater robots tasked with saving coral reefs are being developed at Heriot-Watt University in Scotland. The idea is to use underwater intelligent robots that repair
Lophelia reefs discovered as important homes for sharks
A recent study has shown that Lophelia reefs have co-benefits for both sharks and humans.
Secret love between corals and worms
A new study has found that the relationship between a cold-water coral and a worm is beneficial for both partners involved. The worm can enhance its
NSEW 2013
Changing Oceans: From coral reefs to renewable energy. Meet the Scientists working to preserve Scotland’s seas To celebrate National Science and Engineering week, Dynamic Earth