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Portable Coral Restoration System Tested in the Maldives

June 13, 2025
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Revolutionizing Coral Reef Restoration with Portable Reef Aquaculture System

A groundbreaking portable reef aquaculture system, aptly named ReefSeed, has been developed by scientists from the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) to facilitate coral reef restoration efforts in remote locations. This innovative system has recently undergone a successful trial in the Maldives, showcasing its potential to revolutionize coral restoration practices.

Empowering Local Technicians and Biologists

During the trial in the Maldives, the team at the Maldives Marine Research Institute (MMRI) received training from AIMS researchers on how to assemble and operate the ReefSeed system. Located on Maniyafushi island in the South Malé Atoll, the MMRI team took charge of rearing over three million coral larvae from four different species and deploying more than 10,000 juvenile corals on 720 seeding devices across nine reef locations.

Dr. Muhammad Azmi Abdul Wahab, a coral reproduction and aquaculture scientist at AIMS and co-lead of the ReefSeed project, expressed his satisfaction with the successful utilization of the system by MMRI staff. He emphasized the importance of training local experts and technicians to ensure the sustainability and effectiveness of coral restoration efforts in remote areas.

Hope for Coral Reefs in the Maldives

The coral reefs in the Maldives are vital ecosystems that support local communities and livelihoods. However, like coral reefs worldwide, they have been severely impacted by bleaching events caused by climate change. Innovations such as ReefSeed offer a glimmer of hope for these at-risk ecosystems by providing a scalable solution for restoration and conservation.

The ReefSeed project is a collaborative effort between AIMS, MMRI, and Australia’s national science agency CSIRO. It has received substantial funding of $1.5 million (AUD$2.3 million) over three years from the G20 Coral Research and Development Accelerator Program (CORDAP). As the sole international organization dedicated to funding research and development for tropical and cold-water coral restoration and conservation, CORDAP recognizes the significance of initiatives like ReefSeed in tackling the challenges faced by coral reefs globally.

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By harnessing the power of technology and collaboration, the ReefSeed project exemplifies a promising approach to coral reef restoration. With continued support and innovation, it holds the potential to transform the future of coral conservation efforts and contribute to the resilience of these invaluable marine ecosystems.

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