The contribution of microbial biotechnology to mitigating coral reef degradation
The decline of coral reefs due to anthropogenic disturbances is having devastating impacts on biodiversity and ecosystem services. Here we highlight the potential and challenges of microbial manipulation strategies to enhance coral tolerance to stress and contribute to coral reef restoration and pro...
Published in: | Microbial Biotechnology |
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Main Authors: | , , , |
Format: | Article in Journal/Newspaper |
Language: | English |
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John Wiley and Sons
2017
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Online Access: | https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:688296 |
Summary: | The decline of coral reefs due to anthropogenic disturbances is having devastating impacts on biodiversity and ecosystem services. Here we highlight the potential and challenges of microbial manipulation strategies to enhance coral tolerance to stress and contribute to coral reef restoration and protection. |
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