Our Research Focus

The Marine Ecosystem Dynamics Lab explores the past, present, and future of marine ecosystems. Our research integrates paleoecology, marine ecology, environmental monitoring, and advanced modelling to understand reef dynamics across spatial, temporal, and vertical depth gradients. We aim to uncover historical baselines, assess contemporary ecosystem changes, and predict future scenarios under climate change and human pressures. Our work spans multiple regions, including the Red Sea, Mediterranean Sea, Great Barrier Reef, and Pacific and Indian Oceans, allowing us to compare marine ecosystems across environmental conditions and anthropogenic influences. Key Research Areas 🔹 Historical Baselines – Using coral cores and sediment records to reconstruct long-term ecological changes. 🔹 Biodiversity & Ecosystem Function – Investigating species distributions, community structures, and ecological roles from shallow to deep ecosystems. 🔹 Climate Change & Anthropogenic Impacts – Assessing how ocean warming, acidification, and human activities affect reef resilience. 🔹 Predictive Modeling – Developing models to forecast ecosystem responses to future environmental conditions. 🔹 Conservation & Management Strategies – Providing science-based recommendations for ecosystem protection, restoration, and policy development. 🔹 Technology Development – Creating and testing new advanced technologies for marine ecosystem monitoring and studies. By combining historical insights with cutting-edge technology, the MEDs Lab seeks to advance marine conservation efforts and improve our understanding of marine ecosystems in a rapidly changing world.