Dr Raphaela Gracie
Hello! I am a UK-based scientist with a specialism in coral biology and bioinformatics. I am fascinated by how animals interact with microbial communities and how anthropogenic change can influence these relationships. I'm always open to new collaborations - just drop me a message!
Skills
16S and ITS2 metabarcoding for microbial community analysis
Transcriptomics
GIS/oceanographic data analyses
Physiological monitoring
3D photogrammetry
Qualifications
Research Fellow in Coral Biology and Bioinformatics
PhD in Microbial Ecology
MSc Oceanography
BSc Biochemistry
Level 4 Diploma Art & Design, UAL
Links
Publications
NEW PAPER: Breakdown of microbial networks links nutrient stress and reef coral diseasePhD ThesisMBA Conference Blog
Press
Article in Oceanographic: Coral disease linked to nutrient imbalance over ocean warmingArticle in The Microbiologist: Nutrient imbalance may drive coral disease more than heat stress, new study suggestsArticle: Nutrient imbalance may drive coral disease more than heat stressArticle at Earth.com: Coral reefs face a second major threat beyond warming oceansArticle: Nutrient imbalances pose threat to coral reefs, says Southampton studyArticle: Regenerating bones with reef coralsRRS James Cook Cruise Blog