Nat Commun June 2023 PMID 37264036

Host transcriptomic plasticity and photosymbiotic fidelity underpin Pocillopora acclimatization across thermal regimes in the Pacific Ocean.

Eric J Armstrong, Julie Lê-Hoang, Quentin Carradec, Jean-Marc Aury, Benjamin Noel, Benjamin C C Hume, Christian R Voolstra, Julie Poulain, Caroline Belser, David A Paz-García, Corinne Cruaud, Karine Labadie, Corinne Da Silva, Clémentine Moulin, Emilie Boissin

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The overall tone is positive but reserved, exemplified by comments like 'cool findings' and praise for the effort involved, while noting the key points in the title. The words reflect appreciation without deep engagement, highlighting recognition of both the significance and limitations of the study.

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Participants show a mild interest, noting the complexity and significance of coral acclimatization but without deep critique or extensive discussion.

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Abstract in brief

  • This study found that Pocillopora corals in the Pacific exhibit a strong and consistent relationship with their photosymbiotic partners, which helps them adapt to different temperature conditions.
  • Coral gene expression is mainly influenced by the historical thermal environment rather than changes in their symbiotic algae, indicating a focus on host plasticity for acclimatization.
  • The coral's ability to adjust to heat stress involves a three-tiered strategy that includes specific host-symbiont relationships, flexible gene responses in the coral itself, and variations in the algae they host, helping them survive extreme warming events.]

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Christian R Voolstra
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6/9 title says it all "Host transcriptomic plasticity and photosymbiotic fidelity underpin Pocillopora acclimatization across thermal regimes in the Pacific Ocean" massive effort, cool findings https://t.co/8sWE4IGKiR kudos to @EricJ_Armstrong @juleye91 @QuentinCarradec @seqlab

Jun 2, 2023 · 12 likes · 4 shares · 3,419 followers View post →
INTERNATIONAL CORAL REEF OBSERVATORY
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RT @reefgenomics: 6/9 title says it all "Host transcriptomic plasticity and photosymbiotic fidelity underpin Pocillopora acclimatization ac…

Jun 3, 2023 · 4 shares · 1,357 followers View post →
fabien lombard
@fabien_lombard · X

RT @reefgenomics: 6/9 title says it all "Host transcriptomic plasticity and photosymbiotic fidelity underpin Pocillopora acclimatization ac…

Jun 2, 2023 · 4 shares · 274 followers View post →
Julie LHG
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RT @reefgenomics: 6/9 title says it all "Host transcriptomic plasticity and photosymbiotic fidelity underpin Pocillopora acclimatization ac…

Jun 2, 2023 · 4 shares · 35 followers View post →

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INTERNATIONAL CORAL REEF OBSERVATORY
@ICR_Observatory · X

RT @reefgenomics: 6/9 title says it all "Host transcriptomic plasticity and photosymbiotic fidelity underpin Pocillopora acclimatization ac…

Jun 3, 2023 · 4 shares · 1,357 followers View post →
fabien lombard
@fabien_lombard · X

RT @reefgenomics: 6/9 title says it all "Host transcriptomic plasticity and photosymbiotic fidelity underpin Pocillopora acclimatization ac…

Jun 2, 2023 · 4 shares · 274 followers View post →
Julie LHG
@juleye91 · X

RT @reefgenomics: 6/9 title says it all "Host transcriptomic plasticity and photosymbiotic fidelity underpin Pocillopora acclimatization ac…

Jun 2, 2023 · 4 shares · 35 followers View post →
Christian R Voolstra
@reefgenomics · X

6/9 title says it all "Host transcriptomic plasticity and photosymbiotic fidelity underpin Pocillopora acclimatization across thermal regimes in the Pacific Ocean" massive effort, cool findings https://t.co/8sWE4IGKiR kudos to @EricJ_Armstrong @juleye91 @QuentinCarradec @seqlab

Jun 2, 2023 · 12 likes · 4 shares · 3,419 followers View post →