Tag Archives: Royal Society Open Science

Scientists use underwater speakers to help restore degraded coral reefs: Study

Researchers have discovered a new method that could promote the restoration of declining coral reef populations worldwide due to record-high sea temperatures. The sounds of a healthy reef can be used to encourage coral larvae to recolonize damaged or degraded reefs, according to a study published Tuesday in the journal Royal Society Open Science. Underwater… Read More »

How scientists discovered 7,000 humpback whale deaths using artificial intelligence technology

The intersection of marine biology and artificial intelligence technology has led to the discovery of a surprising population of humpback whales. Nearly 7,000 humpback whales in the North Pacific Ocean died between 2012 and 2021 after the damaging effects of a years-long marine heatwave, according to a study published Wednesday by Royal Society Open Science.… Read More »