Researchers are using probiotics on coral to counter disease. Corals grown in aquaculture have high mortality rates. Other scientists say successful coral transplants will only buy time and that greater action on climate change is needed. A project investigating the possibility comes at a time when reef restoration efforts to address Great Barrier Reef challenges such as salinity, runoff, fishing, and climate change are in the spotlight.
Coral reefs worldwide are struggling to survive amid growing environmental pressures. Developing medicines gives scientists tools to save sick corals and can help preserve threatened ecosystems.
