Coral Reef Ecology
Just back from her latest research excursion, PhD student Maggie Johnson talks about her experience at Palmyra Atoll, an amazing research opportunity for any marine biologist. Read more to find out why!
Alex Neu, an undergraduate student from California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB), worked in the Smith Lab throughout the entire summer. Experiencing all the aspects of a marine scientist, he describes what motivates him to continue to pursue this rewarding career path.
The Underappreciated Reef Algae
by Jennifer Smith, head researcher on the Benthic Team
The green alga Dictyosphaeria cavernosa, commonly known as green bubble algae. Photograph by Jen Smith.
Coral reefs are known for their spectacular diversity and striking beauty. When most people think of coral reefs they think of the colorful coral animals [...]
