Rocio Mozo

The paper isolates and cultures bacteria from four Mediterranean corals, identifying 84 pure isolates, including novel species, to better understand their roles in the coral holobiont.

This study identifies gut-associated Vibrio bacteria that contribute to calcium carbonate precipitation in Gulf toadfish through urease activity, suggesting a symbiotic role in marine biomineralization.

This study examines genetic connectivity and adaptation in Ephydatia muelleri across its range using ddRADseq data, finding low connectivity and polygenic adaptation to environmental factors.