Corals live in a complex, multipartite symbiosis with diverse microbes across kingdoms,
some of which are implicated in vital functions, such as those related to resilience against …

Among abiotic stresses, heat stress is described as one of the major limiting factors of crop
growth worldwide, as high temperatures elicit a series of physiological, molecular, and …

Endozoicomonas are prevalent, abundant bacterial associates of marine animals, including
corals. Their role in holobiont health and functioning, however, remains poorly understood …

Stony corals, the engines and engineers of reef ecosystems, face unprecedented threats
from anthropogenic environmental change. Corals are holobionts that comprise the …

The application of beneficial microorganisms for corals (BMC) decreases the bleaching
susceptibility and mortality rate of corals. BMC selection is typically performed via molecular …

Symbioses between eukaryotes and their associated microbial communities are
fundamental processes that affect organisms' ecology and evolution. A unique example of …

Coral-associated bacteria and Symbiodiniaceae are critical for maintaining the health of
their coral hosts. Factors that are known to affect the coral microbiome include …

The excessive use of chemical substances such as pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides,
along with other harmful practices, has disrupted the beneficial microflora in the soil. These …

The climate crisis is one of the most significant threats to marine ecosystems. It is leading to
severe increases in sea surface temperatures and in the frequency and magnitude of marine …

Both global and local factors affect coral reefs worldwide, sometimes simultaneously. An
interplay of these factors can lead to phase shifts from hard coral dominance to algae or …