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Research

The Burt Lab at NYU Abu Dhabi specializes in marine biology research focused on understanding how marine ecosystems and organisms respond to extreme temperatures, particularly in the Arabian Gulf. This research, conducted in collaboration with various centers at NYU Abu Dhabi, including the Water Research Center, Mubadala Arabian Center for Climate and Environmental Sciences, Center for Interacting Urban Networks (CITIES), and Center for Genomics and Systems Biology, aims to provide insights into the impacts of climate change on marine fauna worldwide and guide conservation policies and practices. Led by John A. Burt, the lab's diverse team has contributed over 150 scholarly articles, chapters, and books to advance knowledge and inform management strategies in the region.

Preserving Our Vital Natural Environments — in UAE, Region and Beyond

The Burt Marine Biology Lab

Understanding Coral Physiology Under Stressful Conditions

Ecophysiology of Marine Organisms in Extreme Environments

Mubadala Arabian Center for Climate and Environmental Sciences

Advancing Coral Conservation in the UAE

Coral Reef Monitoring Network

Survey and Mapping Coastal Ecosystems in the UAE

Center for Genomics and Systems Biology

The Role of the Coral Microbiome in Thermal Tolerance

Adaptive Evolution in Arabian Mangroves

Impact of Coral Probiotics for Enhanced Reef Survival

Environmental Sustainability for Desalination

Water Research Center

Assessing the Environmental Impacts of Desalination on the Arabian Gulf Marine Ecosystem

Understanding the Environmental Impact of Wastewater and Sewage Plants in the Arabian Coral Reefs

Towards Sustainable Coastal Development in the Emirates

Center for Interacting Urban Networks

The Growing Role of Women in Coral Reef Science in the Gulf Region

Environmental Implications of Coastal Development in the Gulf