Core Technology

The Marine Sciences Core Technology Platform equips researchers with the necessary training and tools to use the Arabian Gulf as a natural laboratory, both above and below the water's surface.

Among the various research activities, scientists at NYUAD are examining how coral communities in these extreme environments respond to and recover from mass bleaching events. They are also investigating the impact of variations in environmental conditions on the biogeographic patterns of community structures among corals, fish, and other reef biota in the region. Additionally, the team is monitoring and studying the evolving soundscapes of coral reefs in the Arabian Gulf, while actively participating in studies focused on the local mangrove ecosystem.

In collaboration with the Mubadala ACCESS center, another group is studying the hydrography of the basin and sampling the UAE waters. Their primary objectives include examining the biogeochemistry, classifying dominant species of phytoplankton and microbes, and analyzing potential contributions to recently discovered oxygen depletion zones in the Arabian Gulf. This group is also researching the sequential bloom of various phytoplankton groups within an enclosed bay, as well as the occasional appearance of potentially harmful algal bloom species.

The Marine Sciences facility is equipped with the last technology and tools to facilitate cutting-edge research in this field.

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