New perspectives on symbiosis research

Summary

A team from KAUST attended the 9th International Symbiosis Society Congress in Oregon, U.S. in July. Hagen Gegner, a KAUST Ph.D. student, presented work on the role of high salinity in the thermotolerance of corals. He reflected on the pros and cons of presenting unpublished research, balancing transparency with potential exposure of sensitive findings. Why it matters: The participation of KAUST researchers in this international congress highlights the university's focus on marine biology and symbiosis, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing in a competitive scientific field.