UK researchers led by Nicole Yeomans and Professor Michael Sweet at the University of Derby have developed BlueBiome, a bespoke AI system that assesses coral health, detects early stress via image analysis and microbiome genetics, and applies targeted probiotics to boost restoration success rates amid 70% project failure concerns. The platform flags issues like bleaching and necrosis faster than manual methods, enabling precise interventions.
Source: phys. Original: https://phys.org/news/2026-04-unveil-ai-driven-coral-reef.html