We study how corals adapt to environmental changes through chronobiology and ecology, integrating manipulative experiments, field observations, and molecular techniques to explore coral physiology and ecology across spatial and temporal scales.

Our current research topics include:

1. Spawning Synchronization and Physiological Rhythms
   Investigating how corals use biological clocks and environmental cues (photoperiod, lunar cycles, temperature) to regulate spawning timing.
2. Environmental Change and Coral Resilience
   Studying how temperature, light, and other environmental factors influence coral growth and adaptation through experiments and monitoring.
3. Climate Change and Coral Bleaching
   Examining how heat stress triggers coral bleaching and assessing coral recovery potential and restoration strategies.

Our goal is to provide a scientific foundation for coral reef conservation and restoration while addressing global environmental challenges.

Location: Greenhouse Builiding 200
Tel: +886-2-2787-1588
Email: corallab35@gate.sinica.edu.tw

Che-Hung Lin
Assistant Research Fellow