CoReM Hub

24/07/2026

🌊 CoReM Goes to ICRS 2026! 🪸

The Coral Reef Management (CoReM) Hub is pleased to share that our faculty researchers Prof. Renoir Abrea and Dr. Anabelle Dece Espadero participated in the 16th International Coral Reef Symposium (ICRS 2026), held from July 19–24, 2026 at the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC), Auckland, New Zealand 🇳🇿, where they presented their recent work on 🐠 reef fish ecology and 🪸 coral translocation.

Attending ICRS provides an opportunity to share our research with the international scientific community, exchange ideas with fellow marine scientists, and learn from the latest advances in coral reef science and conservation. 🌎🤝

These experiences continue to strengthen CoReM's research initiatives and reinforce our commitment to generating science that supports the sustainable management of Philippine coral reef ecosystems.

14/07/2026

The Coral Reef Management (CoReM) Hub joins the global marine science community in mourning the passing of Dr. Kent Carpenter, whose pioneering contributions to marine biodiversity research have profoundly shaped coral reef science and conservation.

Dr. Carpenter's work, which highlighted the Philippines as the global center of marine biodiversity, continues to serve as a scientific foundation for biodiversity assessments, coral reef monitoring, and evidence-based conservation efforts. His legacy has inspired institutions like CoReM to advance research that supports the sustainable management and protection of our country's invaluable marine ecosystems.

As we carry forward our mission of promoting science-based coral reef conservation, we honor Dr. Carpenter's enduring contributions to marine science. His vision and dedication will continue to inspire researchers, students, and conservation practitioners for generations to come.

The CoReM Hub extends its deepest condolences to Dr. Carpenter's family, colleagues, and students. May his legacy continue to guide our collective efforts to protect the oceans he devoted his life to understanding.

Rest in peace, Dr. Kent Carpenter. 🌊🪸

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QUESTIONS SURROUND SUSPECTS, MOTIVE

An American marine biologist whose research crowned the Philippines as the center of global marine biodiversity was shot dead inside his home in Negros Oriental on Sunday night, July 12.

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11/07/2026

🐟 The smallest fish often make the biggest difference. 🌊

In coral reefs, survival isn't just about the apex predators or the colorful corals—it's also about the tiny, often-overlooked fishes that keep these ecosystems thriving. Every species matters, no matter its size.

Small fish. Big impact. Healthy reefs. 💙🌍

10/07/2026

19/06/2026

𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽

Meaningful conversations pave the way for stronger marine conservation efforts. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱 and the 𝗠𝗦𝗨 𝗡𝗮𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗲𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 (𝗖𝗼𝗥𝗲𝗠) 𝗛𝘂𝗯 recently met to explore potential areas of collaboration in coral reef management, including initiatives related to 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗳 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 and 𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗳 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

This engagement reflects our shared commitment to protecting and restoring marine ecosystems through cooperation, knowledge sharing, and sustainable management practices. By working together, we can help build healthier reefs, more resilient coastal communities, and a better future for our oceans.

07/06/2026

Atin ang kinse!

04/06/2026

‼️Coral Bleaching Monitoring SOP!

📣Calling all coral reef field monitors! The U.S. Coral Reef Task Force ( ) has released its first coral bleaching monitoring standard operating procedure.

The document offers guidance on key metrics to collect and how often to survey to get the most pertinent information. Intentionally simplified, streamlined, and scalable, this SOP is not intended to replace or supersede existing monitoring programs. Rather, its purpose is to help surveyors and managers identify the most efficient way to obtain quantitative information specific to coral bleaching impacts.

This new guidance, released in May 2026, addresses the critical need for standardized and simplified procedures to quantify the impacts of bleaching consistently across space and time on U.S. coral reef areas.
https://coralreef.noaa.gov/digital-corals/stories/may26/uscrtf-sop-coral-bleaching-monitoring

23/05/2026

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08/05/2026

Millennial: “We advocate for sustainable and resilient marine ecosystems.”

Gen Z: “Bestie, the reef needs backup.”

Same cause, different language. 💙