Dr. Andréa Grottoli and her team from Ohio State University are collaborating with Coral Restoration Foundation to study the impact of UZELA technology on coral restoration in the Florida Keys. UZELA attracts zooplankton to enhance coral feeding, leading to improved coral health and growth. Previous research has shown promising results, with UZELA doubling survivorship of juvenile corals and quadrupling their growth. Collaboration with researchers and institutions is key for Coral Restoration Foundation to support innovative science in coral restoration, advance techniques, enhance genetic diversity, and build resilience for coral reefs globally.
Author: Coralrestoration
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Returning to Dry Tortugas to Restore Remote Coral Reefs
In May 2026, Coral Restoration Foundation, Shedd Aquarium, and partners continued their collaborative effort to restore Florida's remote reef systems in Dry Tortugas National Park. The expedition focused on monitoring previously outplanted corals, expanding restoration efforts to new sites, and increasing genetic diversity. Results showed that over 90% of outplanted corals survived their first eight months on the reef, including the introduction of new coral genotypes and studying corals with different thermal tolerances. This research aims to build a deeper understanding of coral survival in the region, guiding restoration efforts in Dry Tortugas and across Florida's Coral Reef for a more resilient future.
https://coralrestoration.org/returning-to-dry-tortugas-to-restore-floridas-most-remote-coral-reefs/