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Konrad Hughen: The Heart of the Earth

June 7, 2019

With only two days to find and extract a sample from one of the oldest coral colonies in the world, Konrad Hughen finds himself at the bottom of the ocean with a broken drill bit.

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In Marine Biology, Earth Science Tags Konrad Hughen, coral reefs, ocean, Season 9, field work

Madhavi Colton: Finding Hope for Corals

April 20, 2018

Working in conservation, marine ecologist Madhavi Colton faces down despair as the challenges feel overwhelming.

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In Climate Science, Ecology, Marine Biology Tags Madhavi Colton, climate science, climate change, coral reefs, motherhood, mental health

Liz Neeley: Forgotten in Fiji

October 13, 2017

Marine biologist Liz Neeley is excited to be a part of a coral conservation project in Fiji, but her colleagues keep forgetting her.

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In Marine Biology Tags field work, Liz Neeley, Fiji, conservation, coral reefs, ocean, travel

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