The Great Barrier Reef in 2010 (IMAGE)

University of Tokyo

The Great Barrier Reef in 2010

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An international research team including University of Tokyo geochemist Professor Yusuke Yokoyama collected core samples of ancient coral reefs for research projects that reveal ancient sea levels and may improve future climate prediction models. No living coral is harmed while collecting samples of ancient reefs.

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