Tracy Ainsworth
Reaching Remote Reefs
“The ability of a diverse array of coral species to form symbioses with algae allowing them to function like plants, harnessing the sun for energy, and then building vast ecosystems which support some of the highest biodiversity on the planet is quite incredible,” says Tracy Ainsworth, Scientia Professor at the University of South Wales.
She loves that these organisms are found from the tropics to the darkest ocean, far below the penetration of light, which gives insight into their importance, diversity and environmental reach. Tracy’s most recent research with her UNSW Sydney team focuses on understanding some of Australia’s most understudied corals and remote coral reefs. In her down time she writes ‘science-themed poetry’ and children’s stories about the marine environment. Listen to her DeepBlueOnMyDoorstep Podcast or follow her on Twitter.
