Join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement and congratulating Professor Carlos Duarte for his exceptional contributions to ocean science and global sustainability!

At CORDAP, we are incredibly proud to witness this well-deserved recognition and to be led by such a remarkable scientist whose vision continues to inspire our work.

The 2025 Japan Prize has been awarded to CORDAP’s Executive Director, Professor @carlosduartephd.bsky.social , for his groundbreaking contributions to marine science and pioneering research on blue carbon.

They say "teamwork makes the dream work"!

Well done, team!

🌏 Global Conservation Efforts
We contributed to marine protected area planning in the Chagos Archipelago, supported reef monitoring in Fiji, and expanded conservation efforts in the Red Sea through key partnerships with @cordap_ and @redseasaudi.

Why is our Exec Director at the SOS Ocean Meeting?

"I am here to launch an SOS for corals, which are at risk of global collapse. Science is part of the solution but a societal tipping point is required to ensure they remain healthy for generations to come: we must face our responsibility." Carlos D

With our @cordap.bsky.social funded COSMARINDO project we train Indonesian students in how to monitor coral reproduction.
Arin during her BA thesis experiment for which she is testing the biodegradable BESE paste as binding agent for different settlement substrate types for coral planulae.

We just can't get enough of these good news!

Tracking over 30 years of coral reef infrastructure degradation in Barbados - Scientific Reports Scientific Reports - Tracking over 30 years of coral reef infrastructure degradation in Barbados

NEW CORAL REEF RESEARCH - Tracking over 30 years of coral reef infrastructure degradation in Barbados (OPEN ACCESS)

www.nature.com/articles/s41...

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SEAGRASS PHD: Air-Ocean gas exchange in three-dimensional breaking waves (Closing soon!)

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#corals #forcoral #coralreefs #jobs #science #research #sciencejobs

Florida University – Research Coordinator
Place: Florida, USA (On-site)
Salary: $56,000 per annum
Deadline: March 28, 2025
Apply here: lnkd.in/d4tjhxuu

CCMI – Head of Marine Science Education
Place: Cayman Islands (On-site)
Salary: USD $70,000 - $80,000 per annum
Deadline: April 14, 2025
Apply here: lnkd.in/dXJZq2du

Centre national de la recherche scientifique (CNRS) – PhD Candidate
Place: TBD (On-site)
Deadline: March 25, 2025
More info: lnkd.in/dQHmhTTN

Reefscapers – Assistant Coral Biologist
Place: Maldives (On-site)
Deadline: March 25, 2025
Apply here: lnkd.in/dkmyjYnz

Coral Vita –Senior Lab Technician
Place: Gran Bahama (On-site)
Deadline: March 20, 2025
Apply here: lnkd.in/d2cV7-Pb

Australian Institute of Marine Science–Project Officer
Place: Townsville, Australia (On-site)
Salary: $93,934-$106,895 per annum
Deadline: March 23, 2025
Apply here: lnkd.in/dWtTiqrK

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From left to right: Mr. Satoshi Kichise, Mr. Naomi Inoue, Prof. Carlos Duarte (CORDAP), Miss Hiroko Davis (CORDAP), and Dr. Atsushi Watanabe (IGC advisory member and Senior Fellow at Sasakawa Peace Foundation and member of the Japan Coral Reef Society (JCRS)).

Initiative Governing Committee (IGC) Members - CORDAP

Currently, 19 countries are part of CORDAP's IGC. Visit cordap.org/initiative-g... to find out if your country is one of them!

IGC stands for Initiative Governing Committee (G20 Member states, other countries and international agencies) that oversee CORDAP and approve its strategic plans, operating procedures, rules and procedures of the research programs, and accreditation of participating institutions.

こんにちは (Kon'nichiwa)!

In our most recent meeting with the Japanese IGC representatives of CORDAP, we had the chance to learn about Japan’s efforts to conserve marine biodiversity both domestically and globally.

CORDAP is proud to announce that our Executive Director, Prof@carlosduartephd.bsky.social has been awarded the 2025 Japan Prize—one of the world’s most prestigious scientific honors—for his groundbreaking contributions to our understanding of marine ecosystems and pioneering research on blue carbon.

Learn more about this project funded by CORDAP by visiting cordap.org/dipl-team-me...

Bringing coral reefs back to life on Mnemba Island can only be achieved with the full support and involvement of those who depend on them: fishers, traditional leaders, young and old generations, tourist operators, government bodies, academic institutions.

On Mnemba Island, in northern Unguja, Tanzania, everyone depends on corals. This has been true for many generations. The reefs support artisanal fishing and serve as a major attraction for tourists. Unfortunately, decades of overuse have severely degraded the reefs.

Indeed it is not a one-solution-fits-all kind of problem. We need to address the situation from multiple sides. Reducing carbon emissions is a urgent priority. In the meatime, we are supporting science and scientists the best way we can: through funding their projects and prospective solutions.

Hey there 👋 May 2025 be the year corals finally get some rest on bleaching and stressful events.

If you are as excited about #corals as we are, please wave us hello!

Shall we get together in a single community all coral lovers and advocates?

Download the Industry Mapping Report: “Engaging Industry in Coral Restoration: A Global Landscape” and discover how your company can be part of this transformative database.

After a thorough search, we have identified 200 companies worldwide that can significantly boost coral conservation efforts. We’ve developed a database to bridge a persistent gap in the field: the lack of connection between conservationists and the private sector.