Open AccessThe contribution of microbial biotechnology to mitigating coral reef degradation
Author(s) -
Damjanovic Katarina,
Blackall Linda L.,
Webster Nicole S.,
Oppen Madeleine J. H.
Publication year - 2017
Publication title -
microbial biotechnology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.287
H-Index - 74
ISSN - 1751-7915
DOI - 10.1111/1751-7915.12769
Subject(s) - coral , microbiology and biotechnology , coral reef , biology , biochemical engineering , ecology , engineering
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.