The Winters Lab
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Our research spans diverse interests, focusing on the eco-physiological and molecular responses of seagrasses to stress. We investigate the impacts of climate change, including increased water temperature alongside fluctuations in CO2 and nutrients.
We study ecological relationships between seagrasses and microbial communities (microbiome), as well as interactions with organisms like Foraminifera.
Mapping seagrass meadows is an important part of our work. We use near and remote sensing techniques to survey both deep and shallow habitats. We're deeply engaged in exploring biotechnological applications of seagrasses and spearheading a project on seagrass restoration (rewildment) to foster blue carbon stocks.
Our experimental approach integrates photo-physiological methods with cutting-edge molecular profiling and modeling.
Our fieldwork extends across the Red, Mediterranean and Caribbean Seas.
We collaborate with many international and Israeli partners.
Dr. Gidon Winters, PI
The motivation behind all this work, is to contribute to the management, conservation, and awareness of seagrasses in Israel and elsewehere.
Local ongoing and recent colloborations
