Coral Reef Restoration

My most recent article studies early-stage coral survivorship using wild larval assemblages on coral seeding devices. This work on reef restoration was published in Restoration Ecology, an internationally recognized journal by the Society for Ecological Restoration. This research contributes to advancing coral restoration efforts and ecosystem recovery.

The article is part of my PhD on larval restoration with the ‘Moving Corals’ Subprogram as part of Australia’s Reef Restoration and Adaptation Program (RRAP).

Click here to read the article: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/rec.14387

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Help Six Girls from a Local Orphanage Become Divemasters

Last year, we introduced some of the girls from the Batang Calabnugan orphanage to marine conservation and helped them develop their in-water skills through our Reef Rangers project.
This year, we’re taking it even further. We’re supporting six girls from the orphanage on their journey to becoming certified divers and future ocean protectors. Through hands-on training, mentorship, and direct exposure to marine ecosystems, these girls will gain diving certifications and the skills needed to launch a career in marine conservation.
To make this happen, we need your help. We’re raising 5,000 USD to cover the costs of PADI Open Water, Advanced Open Water, and Rescue Diver certifications, including training materials and fees. All training staff and other related costs will be covered by us.
Expense breakdown:
– Open Water certification for one girl: ~$200 USD
– Full certification path (Open Water, Advanced Open Water, EFR + Rescue Diver) for one girl: $700 USD
A little bit goes a long way – every donation, big or small, brings us closer to our goal. Click here to donate: https://donorbox.org/reef-rangers-initiative
If you’re unable to donate, sharing this post helps us spread the word. And don’t forget to follow Bata ng Calabnugan to support their incredible work!

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Institute Marine Research 2023 Outlook Report

We are pleased to present our 2023 Outlook Report, a reflection on the achievements and challenges of the past year.
2023 marked a significant milestone for IMR as it was our first full year back since the onset of the pandemic. Despite the disruptions and uncertainties, we emerged stronger and more determined than ever to fulfill our mission of unraveling the mysteries of the ocean and safeguarding its precious ecosystems.
We are proud that our institute has grown in leaps and bounds over the past year. With an expanded team of dedicated researchers, we have broadened the scope of our research endeavors and accelerated progress toward our conservation goals.
In the coming weeks and months we will discuss different highlights from our report here, but for now we invite you to read it in full here: https://institutemarineresearch.org/…/OUTLOOK-Report.pdf
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