Cristina Linares

This paper presents the first chromosome-level genome assembly and annotation for the red coral Corallium rubrum, providing genomic resources for conservation and population genomics studies.

This study shows that recurrent marine heatwaves are causing gorgonian populations to decline due to low adaptive potential.

This study examines how Marine Heatwaves (MHWs) affect the resilience of Mediterranean octocoral populations, finding that MHW-exposed populations recover more slowly but do not show reduced resistance to disturbances.

The paper presents the genome sequence of Paramuricea clavata, a Mediterranean octocoral, to study genetic factors underlying differential responses to thermal stress and support conservation efforts.